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Grangeria porosa

Boivin ex Baill.

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Description

A tropical tree in the Chrysobalanaceae family that grows in drier forests up to 1,000 m above sea level.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is potentially edible, though further confirmation is needed.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows in drier forests up to 1,000 m above sea level.

Where It Grows

Africa, East Africa, Madagascar,

Synonyms

Grangeria madagascariensis O. Hoffm.Hirtella porosa (Boivin ex Baill.) Baill.Hirtella porosa (Boivin ex Baill.) Drake'

References (1)

  • World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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