what types of vegetation grows in africa
What we do. This unit is engaged in mapping South Africa's vegetation. South Africa's immensely rich flora is also reflected in a wide range of vegetation types. These vegetation types have been identified and mapped, with 440 types described (for South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland, and the sub-Antarctic Prince Edward Islands).
West African origins, but has. spread throughout tropical Africa6, A tree. The oil palm is now one of the most economically. important palms in Africa. It has a walnut-size fruit. clustered in big pods, with a fibrous pulp rich in oil (which. is rich in energy, fatty acids, and a great source of Vitamin. A). Within the husk is a hard-shelled seed containing an.