Pauridiantha paucinervis subsp. holstii

Family: Rubiaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 7 m high. There are 4 subspecies. The seeds are orange-brown.

The subspecies have probably been reduced back to the species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in the understorey in the mountain rainforest. It suits humid locations. It also grows in swamp forests. It grows from 1,500-2,350 m altitude.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Burundi, Central Africa, Congo DR, East Africa, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Southern Africa, Tanzania, Zambia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Uragoga holstii K. Schum.; Pauridiantha holstii (K. Schum.) Bremek;