Mongongo

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Mongongo

Mongongo (pronunciation: mɒnˈɡɒŋɡoʊ), also known as Manketti or Schinziophyton rautanenii, is a tree species native to Southern Africa. The tree produces a fruit with a large, hard-shelled nut inside, which is a significant source of nutrition for the people in the region.

Etymology

The term "Mongongo" is derived from the language of the !Kung people of the Kalahari Desert, where the tree is commonly found. "Manketti" is another common name for the tree, used in parts of Zambia and Botswana.

Description

The Mongongo tree can grow up to 15-20 meters tall, with a wide spreading crown. The leaves are compound, with leaflets in pairs. The fruit is a drupe, approximately 3 cm in diameter, with a thick layer of pulp around a hard, woody shell. Inside the shell is a single seed, rich in protein, fat, and other nutrients.

Nutritional Value

The Mongongo nut is a significant source of nutrition for the people in the region. It is high in protein, fat, and dietary fiber. It also contains significant amounts of vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, copper, and phosphorus.

Related Terms

  • Drupe: A type of fruit with a single hard-shelled seed surrounded by a fleshy outer layer.
  • !Kung: A group of people native to the Kalahari Desert in Southern Africa.
  • Schinziophyton: A genus of plants in the family Euphorbiaceae, which includes the Mongongo tree.

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