Dovyalis abyssinica

Dovyalis abyssinica
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Salicaceae
Genus: Dovyalis
Species:
D. abyssinica
Binomial name
Dovyalis abyssinica
(A.Rich.) (Warb.), 1893

Dovyalis abyssinica, with common names African gooseberry, koshim in Amharic, and koshommii in Afan Oromo, is a species of shrub or small tree in the family of Salicaceae native to East Africa.[1][2] It bears an edible fruit which is acidic and physically resembles an apricot.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Dovyalis abyssinica (A.Rich.) Warb.". World Checklist of Selected Plant Families. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 13 August 2026.
  2. ↑ Baylie T; Tsega W; Getinet M; Abebaw D; Azanaw G; Adugna A; Jemal M. "Evaluation of antioxidant and antihyperglycemic effects Dovyalis Abyssinica (A.Rich)". Metabolism Open. Retrieved 13 August 2026.
  3. ↑ Mwangi Waweru D; Mbaabu Arimi J; Marete E; Jacquier JC; Harbourne N. "Chemical and antioxidant characterization of Dovyalis caffra and Dovyalis abyssinica fruits in Kenya". Heliyon. Retrieved 13 August 2026.
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