Anthocleista djalonensis

Family: Gentianaceae

What it is like

A small tree. It can grow 15 m tall. The trunk is 40 cm across. It can have blunt spines. The leaves are opposite. They are oval and 9-35 cm long by 5-17 cm wide. They can have a heart shaped base. The flowers are white or cream.

It is also used as medicine.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in dry places and savannah.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Nigeria, West Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Samaklo, Uvuru

Synonyms

Anthocleista kerstingii Gilg. ex Volkens;