Scorodophloeus zenkeri
| Scorodophloeus zenkeri | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Fabales |
| Family: | Fabaceae |
| Genus: | Scorodophloeus |
| Species: | S. zenkeri |
| Binomial name | |
| Scorodophloeus zenkeri Harms | |
Scorodophloeus zenkeri, also known as garlic tree, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae native to western Central Africa.[1]
Its bark, seeds, and fruit have an aroma reminiscent of garlic or other alliums. The bark and seeds are used as a spice after drying and powdering, in dishes such as bongo'o.
Alternative names:[2]
Conservation
This tree is protected when clearing land for agriculture, and is sometimes introduced purposefully into these farms, including coffee and cocoa plantations. The bark is often harvested in a destructive and uncontrolled manner, which can result in the tree's death.[2]
See also
- Scorodophloeus zenkeri on plantuse.plantuse.plantnet.org (an online copy of [2])
References
- ↑ "Scorodophloeus zenkeri Harms | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science". Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 2026-04-17.
- 1 2 3 Eyog Matig, O.; Ndoye, O.; Kengue, J.; Awono, A. (2006). "Les fruitiers forestiers comestibles du Cameroun". International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI): 68–69.