ZZ Mansonia altissima
(A. Chev.) A. Chev.
African Black walnut, Mansonia
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A large tropical tree in the Malvaceae family that reaches 45 m tall with a trunk diameter of about 100 cm.
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Medicinal Uses
The bark has been used medicinally.
Known Hazards
The bark is very poisonous.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Guinée, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, West Africa,
Notes
The bark is very poisonous.
Synonyms
Achantia altissima A. Chev.
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
