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Neocarya macrophylla (Sabine) Prance = Parinari macrophylla Sabine |
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Zarma name: gamsa , gamsa izo (fruits), gamsa baari (seeds) |
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A low tree locally abundant in agricultural lands. Semi-cultivated? |
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Uses: |
Food (seeds), fodder (leaves), medicine (bark) |
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Notes: |
Nuts (seeds) are sold in markets. The seeds provide good oil and can be sold at a good price. Fruits were eaten as a staple food during famine. |
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