Boscia senegalensis | |
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Unripe fruits | |
Scientific classification ![]() | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Rosids |
Order: | Brassicales |
Family: | Capparaceae |
Genus: | Boscia |
Species: | B. senegalensis
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Binomial name | |
Boscia senegalensis |
Boscia senegalensis, commonly known as hanza, 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. It produces products for consumption, household needs, and medicinal and agricultural uses.