African Mangosteen
Garcinia livingstonei — Clusiaceae
Italiano: Mangosteen africano
Description
African Mangosteen (Garcinia livingstonei) belongs to the Clusiaceae family and is native to Africa. It thrives in Riverine forest, coastal woodland environments across regions including Africa. Botanically, African Mangosteen is small African tree with sweet-tart orange fruits and latex. Related to the tropical mangosteen.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 7/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during December, February, January, March and November. Nutritionally, African Mangosteen stands out for its Vitamin C (45.0mg, 50% DV), Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 3.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, African Mangosteen offers a Sweet-acidic, apricot-mango notes flavor profile. Pick fully ripe soft fruits; eat pulp fresh. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating, Jams, Juice. Popular preparations include Eat ripe orange fruits when soft. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Latex can irritate skin; not toxic to eat. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.
🌿 Foraging Tips
🍳 Recipe: Eat ripe orange fruits when soft
This is one of the traditional ways to prepare this wild edible plant. Always ensure proper plant identification before cooking.
Edibility
Harvest Calendar
Nutrition (per 100g)
Culinary Uses: Fresh eating, Jams, Juice Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Eat ripe orange fruits when soft
