Kedrostis nana

Kedrostis nana
Kedrostis nana

Common names: Cape bryoni (English); bitterpatat (Afrikaans). 
Botanical name: Kedrostis nana

Kedrostis nana, known as Cape bryoni, is a climbing plant characterized by its woody stem, tuberous nature, and heart-shaped, shiny-green leaves. This plant produces small, pale yellow flowers and bright orange fruit. It thrives in well-drained soil with ample sunlight and some water. Kedrostis nana has various traditional medicinal uses, with its tuber being used to treat conditions such as diabetes, cancer, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids.
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Uses & Benefits: medicine, pot plant


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Family: Cucurbitaceae
Type: geophyte
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