Angylocalyx talbotii
Hutch. & Dalziel
Fabaceae Edible: Seeds
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAngylocalyx talbotii is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found in Cameroon and Nigeria. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description
A tropical legume tree with sweet seeds that are traditionally eaten by children.
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Edible Uses
The sweet seeds are sucked.
Traditional Uses
The sweet seeds are sucked.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa,
Other Information
The seeds are sucked by children.
Also Known As
Choa, Gekwa-kwa, Otigabee
References (1)
- Zapfack, L., et al, 2001, Ethnobotanical Survey of the Takamanda Forest Reserve. Consultancy Report PROFA, Cameroon. p 30
