Uapaca ferruginea
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A tree. The fruit are about 15 mm long.
There are about 60 Uapaca species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in rainforest up to 500 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar
How it is used for food
Fruit are sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Voapaka
Synonyms
Uapaca clusicioides Baker; Uapaca ferruginea var. carnotiana Leandri;