African velvet tamarind
Dialium corbisieri
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A large tree. It grows 30-35 m tall. The trunk can be straight or twisted and 100 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in flooded forests near streams.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R, Gabon
How it is used for food
The seeds are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Lukaku, Ngwokole