Boscia longifolia
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Description
A tropical shrub in the Capparaceae family with long leaves and edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar*,
Notes
There are 37 Boscia species.
Also Known As
Lalangy, Longetse, Paka, Sasavady, Somangipaka
References (1)
- Schatz, G.E., 2001, Generic Tree Flora of Madagascar. Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew and Missouri Botanical Garden. p 87
