Boscia senegalensis

Boscia senegalensis
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]

References

  1. ^ National Research Council (2008-01-25). "Aizen (Mukheit)". Lost Crops of Africa: Volume III: Fruits. Lost Crops of Africa. 3. National Academies Press. ISBN 978-0-309-10596-5. http://books.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=11879&page=221. Retrieved 2008-07-25. 

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