Coastal wild medlar
Vangueria randii subsp. chartacea

Family: Rubiaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. The leaves are oval and 6-15 cm long by 1-7 cm wide. They are bright green above and a bluish green underneath. The fruit is round and 2 cm across. They are yellow.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in coastal areas.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Mozambique, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Vangueria chartacea Robyns;