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Baku, scientifically known as Tieghemella heckelii, is a large tree native to the forests of Central African Republic and several West African countries including Ghana, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Zaïre. Baku (Latin: Tieghemella heckelii) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Baku is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Baku is a member native to GHA, GUI, IVO, LBR, NGA, and SIE. Baku thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be medium or heavy clay.
Baku 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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