Ozoroa schinzii

Family: Anacardiaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It grows 1-2 m tall. The leaves are simple and arranged in spirals with 3-4 in a ring. They are oval and 8-25 mm long. They are dark green and slightly hairy on top. The flowers are small and white. The fruit are black and shiny and kidney shaped.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Botswana, Caprivi Strip, Namibia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves - tea, medicine

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Biatata, Hiatata, Oifuku, Vasekele

Synonyms

Heeria arenophila Schinz; Heeria schinzii Engl.;