Elaeis Guineensis
The African oil palm is a native of southwestern Africa, but has been introduced into other regions. It grows to a height of 20 to 30 feet and bears dense heads of fruit. The oil is obtained by boilin...
The African oil palm is a native of
southwestern Africa, but has been introduced into other regions.
It grows to a height of 20 to 30 feet and bears dense heads of
fruit. The oil is obtained by boiling the fruits in water and
skimming off the oil as it rises to the surface. It is used in the
manufacture of candles. In Africa it is eaten as butter by the
natives.
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