Cola griseiflora

Family: Malvaceae

What it is like

A tree. It can grow 25 m tall. The trunk can be 30 cm across. The leaf stalk is 16 cm long. The leaves are alternate and simple. They are 6-30 cm long by 2-16 cm wide. The fruit consists of follicles. These are oval and 6 cm long by 3.5 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 800 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR, Gabon

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves - flavouring, fruit, seed - spice

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Cola itambensis Pellegr.; Cola itsoghensis Pellegr.; Cola limbengensis Pellegr.;