Searsia retinorrhoea
(Steud. ex Oliv.) Moffett
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Description
A tropical tree in the cashew family (Anacardiaceae) cultivated for its edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia,
Synonyms
Rhus retinorrhoea Steud. ex A. Rich.
Also Known As
Debeluca
References (2)
- Lulekal, E., et al, 2011, Wild edible plants in Ethiopia: a review on their potential to combat food insecurity. Afrika Focus - Vol. 24, No 2. pp 71-121 (As Rhus retinorrhoea)
- Moffett, R. O., 2007, Name changes in the Old World Rhus and recognition of Searsia (Anacardiaceae). Bothalia 37,2: 165-175 (2007)
