Boscia senegalensis | |
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Boscia senegalensis (Aizen) | |
Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
(unranked): | Angiosperms |
(unranked): | Eudicots |
(unranked): | Rosids |
Order: | Brassicales |
Family: | Capparaceae |
Genus: | Boscia |
Species: | B. senegalensis |
Binomial name | |
Boscia senegalensis (Pers.) Lam. ex Poiret |
Boscia senegalensis or Aizen, is a member of the family Capparaceae. The plant originated from West Africa. Still a traditional food plant in Africa, this little-known fruit has potential to improve nutrition, boost food security, foster rural development and support sustainable landcare.[1]