Strychnos volkensii
Family: Loganiaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 10-13 m tall. The branches have curved spines. The leaves are oblong and 4-5 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. They taper to the base. There are many flowers in groups at the tips of the small branches. The fruit are shaped like an orange with edible pulp.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in the lowlands and the highlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Tanzania
How it is used for food
CAUTION: Many Loganiaceae are very poisonous.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Mwage, Zanza