Strombosia
Strombosia is a plant genus of about 10 species in the family Olacaceae. It has also been classified in the family Strombosiaceae. The generic name is from the Greek "", meaning "pear-shaped", referring to the fruit. Description. "Strombosia" species grow as shrubs or trees. The flowers are bisexual with 5 petals. The fruits are drupes (pitted) with a thin, fleshy pericarp. Distribution and habitat. "Strombosia" species are distributed mostly in tropical Africa, with others in tropical Asia. Their habitat is typically lowland forests. Species. , Plants of the World Online recognised 11 species: