Taxon

Englerophytum natalense

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Common name: Natalmelkpruim, Natal milkplum, Silver-leaved milkplum, Ithunga, UmThongwane
Family: Sapotaceae (Sapodilla)
Synonym: Bequaertiodendron natalense
Distribution: Southeastern Africa
IUCN Red list: Least concern
National red list: Least Concern
Comments: Englerophytum meaning Engler's tree, after Prof. H.G.A. Engler [1844-1930], a German botanist and renowned authority on African plants; natalense from Natal, now KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). Timber is of a good quality, strong and durable. Used for general carpentry. Fruits are eaten by people and animals. It is also an attractive garden plant.
Links: Red List of South African Plants • SANBI PlantZAfrica

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