Quick answer
Amaranth leaves (Folon): Folong (amaranth) is a tender leaf, cooked in sauces or sautéed. Ours comes from Monatélé, in Cameroon’s Centre region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Folong
- Scientific name
- Amaranthus spp.
- Also known as
- Folon
- Origin
- Monatélé, Lekié · Centre
- Category
- Leafy greens
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Frozen, dried
- Delivery
- Fresh / frozen · group shipment
What is Amaranth leaves?
Folong (amaranth) is a tender leaf, cooked in sauces or sautéed.
Its scientific name is Amaranthus spp.. It is also known as Folon.
Where does Amaranth leaves come from?
Our Amaranth leaves comes from Monatélé, Lekié, in the Centre region (capital Yaoundé). Growing areas in the region: Obala, Bafia, Mbalmayo, Akonolinga, Monatélé. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Amaranth leaves?
Leafy greens are at the heart of Cameroonian cooking: ndolè, eru, okok, njama-njama. Dried, they rehydrate in 20 minutes; frozen, they go straight into the pot.
Pack size: Frozen · 500 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: frozen, dried.
How should you store Amaranth leaves?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Where to buy Amaranth leaves in Europe, the US and Canada
A fresh or frozen product: it travels in our refrigerated group shipment, subject to each country’s import rules. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amaranth leaves called in French?
In French: Folong. Other names: Folon.
How do I store Amaranth leaves?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Can Amaranth leaves be shipped outside Cameroon?
A fresh or frozen product: it travels in our refrigerated group shipment, subject to each country’s import rules.
Is it organic?
We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.
