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Sarcophrynium prionogonium

Family: Marantaceae


What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Angola, Central Africa, Congo DR


How it is used for food

The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Fruiting is seasonal.


Its other names

Local names

Magbegbe, Makaya ma kwanga

Synonyms