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Grewia louisii

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A tree.

These were in the families Sparrmanniaceae and the Tiliaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR


How it is used for food

The fruit and the skin are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Fruit production is seasonal.


Its other names

Local names

Bofumbo, Iphimbo, Ndolo

Synonyms