Grewia robusta

Family: Malvaceae

What it is like

An erect evergreen shrub.

These were in the Sparrmanniaceae and the Tiliaceae.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in dry soil. It grows in areas with an annual rainfall between 150-200 mm. It grows between 300-600 m above sea level. It can grow in arid places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa

How it is used for food

The fruit are used as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Grewia krebsiana Kuntze;