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.
 "The Plant List" recognises 10 taxa (of species and infraspecific names):