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Leptonychia usambarensis

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A shrub or tree. It can grow 18 m tall.

Also put in the family Sterculiaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It is an understorey tree in the mountain rainforest. It suits humid locations.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

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