Kingdom Plantae Family Phyllanthaceae Scientific name Zimmermannia capillipes | Order Malpighiales Genus Meineckia Rank Species | |
Meineckia capillipes is a species of plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is endemic to Tanzania. Known locally as Kizeza-mzitu, the plant is small (up to 10 meters), with white, soft wood. The leaves are simple and alternate, and the flowers and fruit are green. The roots are used medicinally by local peoples for stomach problems.
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