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Pentadesma grandifolia

Family: Clusiaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows to 20 m high. The fruit are oval and 10-12 cm long by 7-9 cm wide. The seeds are 6-7 cm long by 3-4 cm wide.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in the forest between 800-1600 m altitude.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Nigeria, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Nom onye batchingou

Synonyms