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Salacia rehmannii

Family: Celastraceae


What it is like

The main stem is underground. The fruit are about 5 cm long and wide. They are almost pear shaped with a rough leathery skin. They are orange to red when ripe.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten as a snack.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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