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Griffonia simplicifolia, commonly known as Griffonia, is a tree native to the tropical regions of West Africa, including Benin, Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, and Togo. Griffonia (Latin: Griffonia simplicifolia) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Griffonia is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Griffonia is a member native to BEN, CON, GAB, GHA, IVO, and LBR. Griffonia thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Griffonia 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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