Breonia madagascariensis
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A tree. The bark is rough. The leafy stems are 4 sided. The leaves are 45 cm long by 25 cm wide. The flower axis of 16-21 cm long.
There are 20 Breonia species in Madagascar.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in humid forest. It grows from sea level to 500 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Valompangady, Voakiringy
Synonyms
Sarcocephalus madagascariensis (A. Rich. ex DC.) Baill.;