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African medlar (Vangueria infausta) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to a wide range of African regions including Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, and Kenya. African medlar (Latin: Vangueria infausta) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
African medlar 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 medlar is a member native to ANG, BOT, CMN, CPP, CPV, and OFS. African medlar thrives in full to partial sun, though it can tolerate partial shade.
African medlar grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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