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Cola cabindensis

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Malvaceae Edible: Fruit

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Cola cabindensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is found only in Cabinda, Republic of the Congo, and Democratic Republic of the Congo. According to IUCN this species is found at only seven different locations, with a total area of occupancy estimated at just 44 km2.

Description

A tropical shrub in the Malvaceae family that grows approximately 2 m tall with simple, alternate leaves.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Africa, Cabinda, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R,

References (1)

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

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