Boscia senegalensis
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| 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 |
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| Boscia senegalensis (Pers.) Lam. ex Poiret |
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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]
[edit] References
- ^ 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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