African Medlar Tree (Vangueria infausta)
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Scientific Name: Vangueria infausta — African Medlar, Wild Medlar.
Native Home: Southern and eastern Africa.
Height: 3–8 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Used locally for fuelwood and small household items.
Harvesting: Ripe brown fruits are picked by hand or collected from the ground.
Age to Harvest: Around 3–5 years from planting under suitable conditions.
Products: Fresh fruit, juices, preserves, and traditional foods.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Fruits have long been gathered as food by communities across parts of southern Africa.
Global Spread: Mainly grows in Africa, with limited cultivation elsewhere in warm climates.
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