Diospyros truncatifolia
Family: Ebenaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 3-8 m tall. The bark is rough. The branches are spreading and hairy. The leaves are papery and taper from the tip to the base. They have a velvety covering underneath. The male flowers are in groups of 3. The fruit are 2-3 cm across. They are round and have a velvety covering. There can be up to 8 seeds. These are 1-2 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It occurs between 500-900 m above sea level. It grows in rocky places and on termite mounds.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit