Sherbournia batesii
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A woody creeper. It is hairy. The leaves are 9-13 cm long by 3-6 cm wide. The fruit are 2-3 cm long by 1-2 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 750 & 900 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Cabinda, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kalilasasa, Ligele
Synonyms
Amaralia batesii Wernham; Sherbournia batesii subsp. batesii;