Vaccinium andringitrense
H. Perrier
Ericaceae Edible: Fruit
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A tropical shrub in the Ericaceae family with edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar,
Dangerous Lookalikes
This plant can be confused with the following toxic species. Always verify identification carefully before consuming any wild plant.
DEADLY
Deadly Nightshade
Atropa belladonna
Joan Simon from Barcelona, España
Safe
Vaccinium andringitrense
Vaccinium andringitrense
Deadly Nightshade: Tall herbaceous plant (1-2m), single shiny black cherry-sized berries, star-shaped calyx, large oval leaves, sweet but dangerous taste.
Vaccinium andringitrense: Low woody shrub, berries in clusters with crown/remnant calyx ring, sweet taste.
References (1)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 167
