Maesobotrya sp. (Maesobotrya)

Maesobotrya sp. (Maesobotrya) brown fruit close up on a plate.
Maesobotrya sp. (Maesobotrya) brown fruit resting on a plate.

Botanical name: Maesobotrya sp.

Common name: Maesobotrya

Family: Phyllanthaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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The leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.


Maesobotrya sp. (Maesobotrya) brown fruit close up view on a white background plate.
Maesobotrya sp. (Maesobotrya) brown fruit gathered together on a white plate for closer inspection.


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