Euclea polyandra
Family: Ebenaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 1-2 m tall. It is smaller in mountains. The branches spread at 40-60° angle. The leaves are alternate to almost opposite. They are oval and 3-8 cm long by 1-4 cm wide. Male and female flowers are separate. The fruit usually occur singly. They are 0.5-1 cm across. There is one seed.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate or subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The fruit are not very tasty.
Edible parts
Fruit