👉 Kairoa is a type of edible plant that grows in the desert regions of Africa, primarily in Senegal and Mauritania. It's a member of the legume family, which includes beans, peas, and lentils. Kairoa has distinctive, white to yellow flowers with red or purple petals on the top. The leaves are long, narrow, and often hairy, and they're used for making kairoa leaves, such as in soups or salads.