Bitter Leaf

Scientific Name: Vernonia amygdalina

Plant Family: Asteraceae

Native Region: Tropical Africa

Bitter Leaf

Brief Description

A shrub or small tree reaching up to 5 meters in height. It has green, lanceolate or elliptical leaves with a rough texture and a characteristic bitter taste when chewed. It produces small, white tubular flowers in clusters.

Care Instructions

Requires well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a hardy plant that needs regular watering during dry spells but can tolerate moderate drought once established. It benefits from occasional nitrogen-rich fertilization.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-22T09:50:34.306426