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Clearing Nut, scientifically known as Strychnos potatorum, is a tree native to regions including Botswana, Burundi, Caprivi Strip, India, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Myanmar, Northern Provinces, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Zambia, Zaïre, and Zimbabwe. Clearing Nut (Latin: Strychnos potatorum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Clearing Nut is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Clearing Nut is a member native to BOT, BUR, CPV, IND, MDG, and MLW. The Clearing Nut (Strychnos potatorum) thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist to dry conditions, making it adaptable to various environments.
Clearing Nut grows best in USDA zone 10-12, partial sun/shade, full shade light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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