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.