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Smodingium argutum

Family: Anacardiaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 8 m tall. The leaves have 3 leaflets. They are 6-12 cm long by 1.5-3 cm wide. The flowers are light yellow. The fruit are dry and have wings.


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 leaves are cooked and used as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


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