Sterculia africana
Uses
Mozambique (Macossa district). Mature seeds collected and ground into a “butter,” which can be stored for future use. The seed pods are burned to ash that is added to derere a vegetable relish, to give it a salt-like taste.
Additional Information
- Name Authority:
- (Lour.) Fiori.
- Vernaculars:
- (Manyika/Shona): Goza