Synsepalum brevipes
| Pachystela | |
|---|---|
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| Synsepalum brevipes, leaf detail. Upper and underside. | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Sapotaceae |
| Genus: | Synsepalum |
| Species: | S. brevipes |
| Binomial name | |
| Synsepalum brevipes (Baker) Engl. | |
The Pachystela (Synsepalum brevipes) is a medium to large tree in the family Sapotaceae. It occurs in 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.
References
- Trees of Southern Africa, K C Palgrave, 1984 ISBN 0-86977-081-0