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Salacia columna

Family: Celastraceae


What it is like

A creeper or liane. It grows 10 m long. The fruit is a flattened round shape and 4-5 cm across. The flesh is sweet and edible.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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