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Myrianthus preussii

Family: Urticaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 7 m tall.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Central Africa, Congo DR


How it is used for food

The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Akpekpe, Embwembwe, Bohuma bolukund, Bohuma petit, Bokomu, Obukiengie

Synonyms