Vangueriopsis longiflora
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 13 m tall. The trunk is long and unbranched. The branches have rusty hairs. The leaves are opposite and rounded at the base. They are broadly oval and 10-21 cm long by 6-14 cm wide. They have a rusty velvety covering underneath. The flowering shoots have many flowers. They are near the end of leafless branches. The fruit are oval and 2-3 cm long by 1.5-2.6 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in lowland forests and thickets. It grows up to 1,200 m above sea level. The average rainfall is 2,000-2,500 mm with a 4 month dry period.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Tanzania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit