Brachystegia eurycoma
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A large tree. It grows 35 m high. The trunk is 2 m across. It develops branches low down and has a large flat crown.
Also as Caesalpinaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows on the banks of rivers in the forest zone in Nigeria. It has been recorded at 200 and 900 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Gabon, Nigeria, West Africa
How it is used for food
The seeds are used as a spice or condiment.
Edible parts
Seeds, seeds - spice, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kepuruk, Okuen, Okung