Djave Nut, False Shea Butternut, African Pearwood
Mimusops djave
Family: Sapotaceae
What it is like
A large tree.
There are 55 Mimusops species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It suits the hot, wet tropical lowlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, West Africa (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten fresh with other foods. The seeds provides fat used for cooking.
Edible parts
Fruit, nuts - oil
How it is grown
Plants are grown by seed.
Its other names
Local names
Nyam