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Walnuts

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African Walnut, also known as Tetracarpidium conophorum or Plukenetia conophora, is a woody, perennial climber native to West Africa, specifically found in countries like Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Angola. It's known for its hard, black or grey shelled nuts, which contain a white, edible kernel. The plant thrives in tropical rainforests and is characterized by its high canopy, which can act as a windbreak and provide shade for other plants. Fruits: The fruits are enclosed in a hard, black or grey shell. Nuts: The edible kernel inside the shell is white and roundish. Food: The nuts are a popular food source in West Africa, often consumed after cooking. Medicinal: The bark and leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat dysentery. Other: It is also used in some areas for windbreaks and as cover for young plants.