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West African Ebony (Diospyros mespiliformis) is a tree native to several countries in Africa including Angola, Benin, Botswana, and Burkina Faso. West African Ebony (Latin: Diospyros mespiliformis, family Rosaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
West African Ebony is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
West African Ebony is a member of the Rosaceae family native to ANG, BEN, BOT, BKN, BUR, and CMN. West African Ebony thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
West African Ebony grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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