Maesa nuda
Family: Primulaceae
What it is like
A woody climber or shrub. It can grow 5 m long. The leaves are alternate. The leaves are oval and taper to each end. There are small teeth along the edge. The flowers are small and white. The fruit is 0.5 cm long and fleshy. See Maesa lanceolata.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea, Guinée, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Senegal, West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit ?
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Sarnana