Quick answer
Waterleaf (Feuilles d'eau): Waterleaf brings the moisture and softness that eru needs. Ours comes from Limbe, in Cameroon’s South-West region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Waterleaf
- Scientific name
- Talinum fruticosum
- Also known as
- Feuilles d'eau
- Origin
- Limbe, Fako · South-West
- Category
- Leafy greens
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Fresh, frozen
- Delivery
- Fresh / frozen · group shipment
What is Waterleaf?
Waterleaf brings the moisture and softness that eru needs.
Its scientific name is Talinum fruticosum. It is also known as Feuilles d'eau.
Where does Waterleaf come from?
Our Waterleaf comes from Limbe, Fako, 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 Waterleaf?
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: Eru & water fufu.
Pack size: Frozen · 500 g. Usual formats in Cameroon: fresh, frozen.
How should you store Waterleaf?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Where to buy Waterleaf 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 Waterleaf called in French?
In French: Waterleaf. Other names: Feuilles d'eau.
Which dishes use Waterleaf?
Eru & water fufu.
How do I store Waterleaf?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Can Waterleaf 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.
