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Fadogia triphylla var. giorgii

(De Wild.) Verdc.

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Description

A small tropical shrub in the Rubiaceae family that grows to approximately 45 cm high, bearing strongly scented flowers.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, Central Africa, Congo, East Africa, Malawi, Tanzania, Zambia,

Also Known As

Kamfyonfyo, Kindokoli, Kitokoli

References (1)

  • Ruffo, C. K., Birnie, A. & Tengnas, B., 2002, Edible Wild Plants of Tanzania. RELMA p 321

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