Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree)

Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) with red young leaves and small green flower buds close up
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) branch with red new growth and developing pale green flower buds

Botanical name: Pentadesma butyracea

Common name: African Butter Tree

Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae

Origin: West Tropical Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlySpice 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.


Image gallery: 7 images
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) green flower buds on a close up branch.
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) brown fruit close up revealing creamy yellow interior pulp
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) brown fruit hanging amidst dark green leaves close up
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) cut open yellow fruit with brown skin close up
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) brown fruit with green leaves close up shot
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) brown fruit with smooth green leaves on a branch.
Pentadesma butyracea (African Butter Tree) round brown fruit held in a hand close up.


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