Leonardoxa romii
(De Wild.) Aubrev.
Fabaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tree. It grows 10-30 m tall. The trunk is 35-60 cm wide and can be deeply grooved.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are edible.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R.,
Notes
Also as Caesalpinaceae.
Synonyms
Normandiodendron romii J. Leonard (De Wild.)Schotia romii De Wild.
References (2)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 99 (As Schotia romii)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
