Celtis adolphi-friderici
Family: Cannabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 35 m tall.
There are about 80 Celtis species. Also put in the family Ulmaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Congo R, Côte d'Ivoire, Ivory Coast, Sudan
How it is used for food
The kernel of the seeds is eaten raw or roasted.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
In Central African Republic flowers have been recorded in February.
Its other names
Local names
Arubese, Kene