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Pancovia harmsiana

Family: Sapindaceae


What it is like

A small tree. It grows 20 m tall. The leaves are alternate and they have leaflets along the stalk. The leaflets are oblong to sword shaped and 15 cm long by 3-4 cm wide.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in the forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Gabon


How it is used for food

The whole fruit and seeds are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Fruiting is seasonal. In Central African Republic flowers have been recorded in December and January. In Congo fruit are available February to April.


Its other names

Local names

Alelau, Bundinga, Engango, Itende, Mangiamangia, Tama, Undilinga

Synonyms