Tabernaemontana coffeoides

Family: Apocynaceae

What it is like

A shrub or tree. It can grow 7 m tall. The trunk can be 10 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It can grow in savannah and up to 1,300 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Comoros, Madagascar, Seychelles

How it is used for food

The bark is chewed and also used in alcoholic drinks.

Edible parts

Bark - flavouring, medicine

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Conopharyngia coffeoides (Bojer ex A. DC.) Summerh.; Hazunta coffeoides (Bojer ex A. DC.) Pichon; and several others