Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) - Image 2

Botanical name: Pentadesma butyracea

Common name: African Butter Tree

Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae

Origin: West Tropical Africa

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeModerate waterRegular waterSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.
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