Zahana
Phyllarthron bojerianum

Family: Bignoniaceae

What it is like

An evergreen tree. It grows 8-20 m tall but can be taller. The trunk can be 80 cm across and have its first branches at 15 m. It can be fluted at the base. The fruit is a fleshy spindle shaped berry 6-8 cm long. Possibly now Phyllarthron madagascariense

It has also been put in the family Araliaceae. The fruit is rich in Vitamins. There are 15 Phyllarthron species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in humid forests. It grows up to 1,600 m above sea level or slightly higher.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, East Africa, India, Madagascar (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Zahana, Zahamboangy

Synonyms

Arthrophyllum bojerianum DC. [Invalid]; Arthrophyllum madagascariense Bojer [Invalid]; Phyllarthron bojeranum var. elongatum DC.; Phyllarthron madagascariensis K.Schum.;