Xylopia hypolampra

Family: Annonaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 20 m tall. It can be 43 m tall. The trunk can be 80 cm across. The leaves are 4-9 cm long by 2 cm wide. The leaves are dark green above and whitish underneath. They have long silky hairs. The flowers occur singly in the axils of the leaves. The fruit are 4-5 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. The fruit split open revealing the seeds and aril. The fruit have a dull brown exterior and bright red interior.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in humid forest. It grows between 400-900 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Angola, Cabinda, Cameroon, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, Congo R, Gabon, West Africa

How it is used for food

The seeds are used in soups and stews.

Edible parts

Seeds, spice, flower, leaves

How it is grown

Plants fruit in February.

Its other names

Local names

Canzi, Ekui, Lucanga, Molo-nzange, Moundiye, Ndong-eli, Nyanghogha, Odjobi, Otoh, Sangi

Synonyms

Xylopia brieyi de Wild.;