Join us as we learn the names of trees in Luhya. Today we get to know facts, cultural importance and uses of eshimwani through stories, taboos, beliefs and science.
Quick facts about Eshimwani
Scientific Name
Type and how it looks like
Evergreen tree with lots of branches.
Common names:
Other Luhya names for Eshimwani:
Kumukhomeli
Interesting facts and importance of Eshimwani in Luhya culture
The fruits which are a lovely yellow when ripe are eaten as wild fruit while the tree stem is used in building. Among trees and shrubs native to Kibiri forest in Vihiga county. Kibiri forest is part of the Kakamega Forest ecosystem.
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