Annona senegalensis subsp. oulotricha
Family: Annonaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 2-6 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the savannah. It grows in semi-arid and sub-humid region.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR
How it is used for food
The flesh of the fruit is eaten. The seeds are removed.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed or root suckers. Seeds need to be fresh. Established trees resist fire and re-grow from the stumps.
It is slow growing.
Its other names
Local names
Kilolo
Synonyms
Annona senegalensis var. arenaria Sillans;