Sclerosperma mannii
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A palm. It almost has no stem. It develops suckers and forms clusters. The leaves are rigid and arch over. They are about 5 m long.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows along river swamps in areas of high rainfall in West Africa.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Angola, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo DR, Gabon, Ghana, West Africa
How it is used for food
The young fruit can be eaten after removing the outer coat.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
It can be grown from suckers.
Its other names
Local names
Bondo, Gangu, Mangangu, Mangobo, Marnia, Mbya