Witgatboom
Boscia pechuelii
Family: Capparaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 5 m tall. It is knotty and renews its white bark every year. The branches are thick and have light green leaves surrounding the branches. The flowers are small and green. The fruit are grape like. They have a grey covering. They are edible.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, South Africa, Southern Africa
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or cooked.
Edible parts
Fruit