Species of shrub
Ximenia afra ,[ 3] the sourplum ,[ 4] is a small tree or small shrub that is thinly branched. It is part of the Olacaceae family which is native throughout tropical regions . In particular, the sourplum is native to regions in South East Africa, mainly Botswana , Kenya , Malawi , Mozambique , South Africa , Tanzania , Uganda , Zambia , and Zimbabwe .[ 5] Sourplum fruits are generally sour, with a dry aftertaste, and contain significant amounts of potassium .[ 6] The tree is fairly hardy, with frost resistance and drought tolerance .
The tree, fruit, seed, leaves, and roots are all used for human consumption, medicinally , or for fuel.
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