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Chytranthus talbotii

Family: Sapindaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 10 m high. It can have a few erect branches. There is a ring or very large leaves at the top. The flowers are produced at the base of the trunk. They are white. The fruit are yellow when ripe. They are 12 cm long.

Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Cameroon, Central Africa, Congo DR, Congo R, Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, West Africa

How it is used for food

The fruit pulp is used as a spice or condiment.

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds, spice

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Glossolepis talbotii Baker f.; Chytranthus pulgerianus; ?