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African Kino, scientifically known as Pterocarpus erinaceus, is a tall tree native to several West and Central African countries, including Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Ethiopia, Ghana, and others. African Kino (Latin: Pterocarpus erinaceus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
African Kino is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
African Kino is a member native to BEN, BKN, CMN, CAF, CHA, and GAB. African Kino thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) to medium in texture.
African Kino 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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