Protomegabaria macrophylla

Family: Phyllanthaceae

What it is like

A small tree. It grows 7 m tall. The branches are stout. The leaves are oblong and 18-38 cm long by 5-8 cm wide. The male and female flowers both occur separately. They are pale yellow. The fruit is 5 cm long. The seeds are 1.5 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Gabon, Liberia, West Africa

How it is used for food

Edible parts

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Kolah

Synonyms

Baccaurea macrophylla Pax ; Megabaria klaineana Pierre ex Pax; Megabaria macrophylla (Pax) Pierre ex A. Chev.;