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Drypetes pellegrinii

Family: Putranjivaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 13 m high. The trunk can be 1 m around.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows as an under-storey tree in high forest in West Africa.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Ivory Coast, West Africa


How it is used for food

The bark has a peppery taste and is occasionally used as a spice.

Edible parts

Bark - flavouring


How it is grown


Its other names

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