Mimusops penduliflora
Family: Sapotaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 10 m high The leaves are simple and alternate. The leaf stalk is 3 cm long. The leaves are 8-13 cm long by 4-8 cm wide. They are narrowly oval and wedge shaped at the base. The flowers are cream and in clusters in the axils of the leaves. They have a scent. The fruit are pale yellow to red. They are 3.5 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests near rivers.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Kenya, Tanzania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mgama