Vepris trichocarpa
(Engl.) Mziray
Kimena
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Description
A tropical shrub or small tree in the citrus family (Rutaceae) that grows up to 5 m tall. It grows on coastal dunes.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten fresh.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten fresh.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows on coastal dunes.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR, South Africa,
Synonyms
Teclea engleriana De Wild.
References (1)
- Martin, F. W., et al, 1987, Perennial Edible Fruits of the Tropics. USDA Handbook 642 p 77 (As Teclea engleriana)
