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Aidan tree

Tetrapleura tetraptera

A West African tree whose aromatic, ridged seed pods (prekese) are used as a food seasoning and traditional remedy.

Family

Fabaceae

Temperature

25-30°C (absolute 20-35°C)

Rainfall

1700-3000mm (absolute 1200-5000mm)

Altitude

600m

Soil pH

4.5-6.5 (absolute 4-7)

Soil types

Prefers moist