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Maprounea membranacea

Family: Euphorbiaceae


What it is like

A tree. The leaves are oval and heart shaped at the base and taper to a tip. They are dark green above and lighter grey-green underneath. The fruit are bright red.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in wet places and especially at the edges of the forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Congo R, Nigeria, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown

In Central African Republic flowers and fruit have been recorded in April and May.


Its other names

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