Quick answer
Huckleberry leaves: Njama-njama (huckleberry leaves) is the North-West’s favourite green, sautéed with onions and tomatoes. Ours comes from Kumbo, in Cameroon’s North-West region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Njama-njama
- Scientific name
- Solanum scabrum
- Origin
- Kumbo, Bui · North-West
- Category
- Leafy greens
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Frozen, dried
- Delivery
- Fresh / frozen · group shipment
What is Huckleberry leaves?
Njama-njama (huckleberry leaves) is the North-West’s favourite green, sautéed with onions and tomatoes.
Its scientific name is Solanum scabrum.
Where does Huckleberry leaves come from?
Our Huckleberry leaves comes from Kumbo, Bui, in the North-West region (capital Bamenda). Growing areas in the region: Ndop, Oku, Santa, Kumbo, Ndu. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Huckleberry 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: Ndjapche, Njama-njama & corn fufu.
Pack size: Dried · 100 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: frozen, dried.
How should you store Huckleberry leaves?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Where to buy Huckleberry 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 Huckleberry leaves called in French?
In French: Njama-njama.
Which dishes use Huckleberry leaves?
Ndjapche, Njama-njama & corn fufu.
How do I store Huckleberry leaves?
Keep dry, away from light, in a closed container.
Can Huckleberry 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.
