Sphedamnocarpus pruriens
(A. Juss.) Szyszyl.
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Description
A tropical shrub in the Malpighiaceae family that grows on sand-belt habitats.
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Edible Uses
The roots are cooked with milk.
Traditional Uses
The roots are cooked with milk.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows on the sand-belt.
Where It Grows
Africa, Botswana, Southern Africa,
Synonyms
Acridocarpus pruriens A. Juss.Anonalopterys pruriens (A. Juss.) KuntzeSphedamnocarpus pruriens var. pruriens
Also Known As
Mokiki
References (1)
- Larson, T. J., 1970, Hambukushu Ethno-botany. Botswana Notes and Records. Vol 13.
