Synsepalum brevipes

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Pachystela
Synsepalum brevipes, leaf detail. Upper and underside.
Synsepalum brevipes, leaf detail. Upper and underside.
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Ericales
Family: Sapotaceae
Genus: Synsepalum
Species: S. brevipes
Binomial name
Synsepalum brevipes
(Baker) Engl.

The Pachystela is a medium to large tree in the family Sapotaceae. It occurs in the subtropical lowlands from Angola to Mozambique. The sweet-scented flowers are produced from late summer to autumn. Edible fruits appear in late winter and contain one smooth seed.

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