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Cola congolana

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A shrub.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR


How it is used for food

The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw. The leaves are cooked and eaten as a leafy vegetable.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Limbabaliyekondo, Losakanu, Ongando oitchi, Sakanu, Tongombo

Synonyms