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Neoapaloxylon tuberosum

(R. Vig.) Rauschert

Fabaceae Edible: Roots, Tubers 2 iNaturalist observations

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Description

A shrub or tree. The leaves have leaflets along the stalk. They are alternate.

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Edible Uses

The roots and tubers are eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows in seasonally dry woodland. It can be on limestone or sandy soils.

Where It Grows

Africa, Madagascar,

Synonyms

Apaloxylon tuberosum R. Vig.

References (1)

  • Lewis G., et al (Eds)., 2005, Legumes of the World. Kew. p 72 (Illustrations)

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