Madagascar olive

Noronhia emarginata

The evergreen Madagascar olive tree grows to a height of up to ten metres and is highly resistant to salty soils found near the coast and to strong winds.

It is found along the east coast of Madagascar, but also in the rainforest at altitudes of up to 1,500 metres.

The egg-shaped fruits are about three centimetres long and edible.

Distribution

endemic to Madagascar only

Number of related species

The genus comprises 44 species, 42 of which are found only in Madagascar.

Use

fruit

Distribution

endemic to Madagascar only

Number of related species

The genus comprises 44 species, 42 of which are found only in Madagascar.

Use

fruit

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