Gongola, Bansa
Raphia mambillensis
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A palm. It almost has no trunk. The fronds are large and arise near the ground. They are 7 m high.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain regions in West Africa.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Nigeria, West Africa
How it is used for food
The stalk is tapped for palm wine.
Edible parts
Seeds, sap
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Tukuruwa