Mwasa
A tropical plant. A rainforest tree. It suits humid locations. They are often in swampy areas and damp forest.
Synonyms
- Tylostemon ugandensis (Rendle) Stapf
Edible Portion
- Fruit
Where does Mwasa grow?
Found in: Africa, Central Africa, Central African Republic, CAR, Congo DR, East Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
Notes: There are about 100-250 Beilschmeidia species. They are in the tropics.
Growing Mwasa
Cultivation: Trees can be grown from seeds. Seeds can be sown in pots then transplanted or planted directly where they are to grow. After fruit have fallen the outer layer can be allowed to rot off by putting the fruit in heaps then the tough seed case cracked to allow the seed to germinate. Seed can be stored for a year if left in the seed case and stored in a cool ventilated place.
Edible Uses: The fruit is used for food.
Production: The tree is slow growing.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit | - | - | - | - | - | - |
References
Flora Zambesiaca. http://apps.kew.org/efloras (var. katangensis)
Katende, A.B., Birnie, A & Tengnas B., 1995, Useful Trees and Shrubs for Uganda. Identification, Propagation and Management for Agricultural and Pastoral Communities. Technical handbook No 10. Regional Soil Conservation Unit, Nairobi, Kenya. p 128
World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew