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Oncoba subtomentosa

Family: Salicaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree.

Also put in the families Flacourtiaceae and Achariaceae.


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

Liphephele, Lisakele, Lisande, Lisende, Lisene

Synonyms

Caloncoba subtomentosa Gilg.;