Monanthotaxis buchananii

Family: Annonaceae

What it is like

A creeping shrub or small tree. It grows 1.5-7.5 m tall. The young branches are slender and pale brown. They can be hairy at first. The leaves are narrowly oval and 5-10 cm long by 1-3 cm wide. They can be rounded or heart shaped at the base. The flowers can occur singly or in groups of 2-4.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Congo DR, East Africa, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Sudan, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Popowia buchananii (Engl.) Engl. & Diels; Unona buchananii Engl.;