Multidentia crassa

Botanical Description

Multidentia crassa is a deciduous shrub or small tree growing up to 6 metres tall[ 398 Title Edible Wild Plants of Tanzania Publication Author Ruffo, C.K.: Birnie, A. & Tengnas, B. Publisher Regional Land Management Unit; Nairobi. Year 2002 ISBN 9966-896-60-0 Description A very well presented, simple guide to growing and utilizing wild food plants in Tanzania, with line drawings of each plant, a description, habitat and range, non-food as well as food uses, plus basic information on growing the plants. ]. The plant yields an edible fruit that is generally well-liked and commonly harvested from the wild. It is sold in local markets. The tree is also harvested for medicinal purposes and for its wood.