Carpolobia lutea

Carpolobia lutea is a plant species in the milkwort family. It is native to rainforests and the banks of streams with altitudes below in coastal areas of West Africa. C. lutea was first formally named by George Don in 1831. According to the IUCN Red List, its population is stable and its conservation status is categorized as "least concern".

Description

Carpolobia lutea is a shrub or small tree which can have a height of up to.The petals of the plant's flowers are initially white with purple markings at the base of the upper petals before turning yellowish orange. It also produces fruits which are orange when ripe. It closely resembles C. alba.

Uses

It is used by the local people as a stomach medicine, to cure bone fractures, and to boost male sexual performance. Some of its extracts were found to be effective against some bacterial and fungal strains. Its leaves are cultivated to be eaten as vegetables and the fruits are also eaten.