African Peach
Prunus africana — Rosaceae
Italiano: Pesca africana
Description
African Peach (Prunus africana) belongs to the Rosaceae family and is native to Africa. It thrives in Montane forest environments across regions including Africa. Botanically, African Peach is evergreen montane tree with small dark red bitter-sweet fruits. Bark is globally traded for prostate medicine.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 5/10, it ranks as a moderate wild food source. Harvesting is best done during August, July, June and May. Nutritionally, African Peach stands out for its Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV), Vitamin C (20.0mg, 22% 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 Peach offers a Bitter-sweet, astringent, cherry-like flavor profile. Pick when dark red and soft; eat small quantities. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating (ripe), Fermented drinks. Popular preparations include Eat only fully ripe dark red fruits. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Bark trade threatens wild populations; CITES Appendix II. 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 only fully ripe dark red fruits
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 (ripe), Fermented drinks Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts
Recipes
- Eat only fully ripe dark red fruits
