Are the leaves of African potato mint edible? Yes, and Here's How
                                
                                
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                                While commonly recognized for its nutritious, starchy tubers, African potato mint, or $Plectranthus esculentus$, also has leaves that are fully edible. These aromatic greens have a pleasant minty flavor and are used in various culinary applications, making the entire plant a versatile addition to an edible landscape.