Cola gilletii
De Wild.
Malvaceae Edible: Leaves, Fruit pulp
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Description
A tropical tree in the Malvaceae family (formerly Sterculiaceae), with edible leaves and fruit pulp.
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Edible Uses
The leaves and fruit pulp are edible.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo,
Notes
Also put in the family Sterculiaceae.
Synonyms
Sterculia gilletii
References (2)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 68, 129
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 221
