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