Quick answer
African plum (safou) (Prune, Atanga): Safou (African plum) is cooked for a few minutes in water or on embers until soft. A much-awaited seasonal fruit. Ours comes from Obala, in Cameroon’s Centre region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Safou
- Scientific name
- Dacryodes edulis
- Also known as
- Prune, Atanga
- Origin
- Obala · Centre
- Category
- Vegetables & fruits
- Type
- Raw
- Available formats
- Frozen
- Delivery
- Fresh / frozen · group shipment
What is African plum?
Safou (African plum) is cooked for a few minutes in water or on embers until soft. A much-awaited seasonal fruit.
Its scientific name is Dacryodes edulis. It is also known as Prune, Atanga.
Where does African plum come from?
Our African plum comes from Obala, in the Centre region (capital Yaoundé). Growing areas in the region: Obala, Bafia, Mbalmayo, Akonolinga, Monatélé. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with African plum?
Local vegetables and fruit, fresh, frozen or dried depending on how fragile they are.
Pack size: Frozen · 1 kg. Usual formats in Cameroon: frozen.
How should you store African plum?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Where to buy African plum in Europe, the US and Canada
A fresh or frozen product: it travels in our refrigerated group shipment, subject to each country’s import rules. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
What is African plum called in French?
In French: Safou. Other names: Prune, Atanga.
How do I store African plum?
Keep frozen (-18 °C / 0 °F). Do not refreeze once thawed.
Can African plum be shipped outside Cameroon?
A fresh or frozen product: it travels in our refrigerated group shipment, subject to each country’s import rules.
Is it organic?
We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.
