Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach)

Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia, African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree

Botanical names: Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia

Common names: African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Tropical Africa and Asia

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWhite, off-white flowersEdible 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.

Nauclea latifolia bears an interesting flower

flower, a large ball with long projecting stamens. The fruit is red, edible, but not appealing.

Similar plants: Sarcocephalus latifolius (African Peach)


Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia, African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree
Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia, African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree
Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia, African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree
Sarcocephalus latifolius, Nauclea latifolia, African Peach, Pin Cushion Tree


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