Nigerian Powder-Flask Fruit. African afraegle

Afraegle paniculata

Physical Characteristics

Afraegle paniculata is an evergreen Tree growing to 12 m (39ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

West tropical Africa - Senegal to Nigeria.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Seed Edible Uses: The seeds are said to yield an edible oil[319 ]. Leaves - cooked[617 ]. The leaves are only used rarely[617 ]. The globose or obovoid fruit is as large as a big orange (6 - 8cm in diameter when mature), wrinkled on the surface, without odorous glands[319 ]. This report does not say that the fruit is edible[K ].

Medicinal Uses

The plant has a range of medicinal uses[332 ].

Known Hazards

None known