Anthocleista liebrechtsiana

Family: Gentianaceae

What it is like

A shrub with several stems or a tree. It can grow to 12 m high. It does not have spines. The leaves are dark green above and pale underneath. They are oval and 3-10 cm wide and long. They are widest towards the tip and taper gradually towards the base. They are arranged oppositely. The flowers are pale green or white and tube shaped. The fruit is a berry. It is green.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in open places in swamps or water. It is also in occasionally flooded forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Angola, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo R, East Africa, Gabon, Ghana, Nigeria, West Africa, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Medicine

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Mulopu, Mupapala

Synonyms

Anthocleista baertsiana De Wild. & T. Durand; Anthocleista gossweileri Exell;