Kigelia africana
Uses
Mozambique (Macossa district). Very young fruits cooked and eaten.
Additional Information
- Name Authority:
- (Lam.) Benth.
- Vernaculars:
- (Manyika/Shona): Mubvunguti
- Misc:
- Chemical composition (raw fruit): Protein = 0.8g/100g. Fat = 0.9g/100g. Carboydrate = 12.2g/100g. Fruits reported toxic. http://www.mmh-mms.com/downloads/mp10kigeliaafricana.pdf en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kigelia