helloplants.org

Cunonia capensis

Family: Cunoniaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 30 m tall. The leaves are opposite and have leaflets along the stalk. The leaflets are narrowly oval with teeth along the edge. The flowers are in dense groups. They are whitish and have a scent.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows near stream banks and in forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The flowers are eaten as a snack.

Edible parts

Flowers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms