Quick answer
Cocoyam leaves (Pour ekwang): Cocoyam leaves are used to roll ekwang. Ours comes from Kumba, in Cameroon’s South-West region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Feuilles de macabo
- Scientific name
- Xanthosoma sagittifolium
- Also known as
- Pour ekwang
- Origin
- Kumba, Meme · South-West
- Category
- Leafy greens
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Frozen
- Delivery
- Fresh / frozen · group shipment
What is Cocoyam leaves?
Cocoyam leaves are used to roll ekwang.
Its scientific name is Xanthosoma sagittifolium. It is also known as Pour ekwang.
Where does Cocoyam leaves come from?
Our Cocoyam leaves comes from Kumba, Meme, in the South-West region (capital Buea). Growing areas in the region: Tiko, Kumba, Muyuka, Mamfe, Limbe. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Cocoyam 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.
You will find it in these dishes: Ekwang.
Pack size: Frozen · 500 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: frozen.
How should you store Cocoyam leaves?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Where to buy Cocoyam 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 Cocoyam leaves called in French?
In French: Feuilles de macabo. Other names: Pour ekwang.
Which dishes use Cocoyam leaves?
Ekwang.
How do I store Cocoyam leaves?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Can Cocoyam 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.
