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Grown as an ornamental plant
Introduction: First introduced around 2021
It's naturally a large variety
Summary: Plinia Trunciflora
Sweet Prayer (Katemfe) Fruit Plant (Thaumatococcus Daniellii) Grown as an ornamental plantBotanical Name: Thaumatococcus daniellii Common Names: Sweet Prayer Plant, Katemfe General Information: Native to Africa. Known for being the natural source of thaumatin, an intensely sweet protein. Thaumatin is of interest in the development of sweeteners. Seeds are eaten raw or cooked. Chewing raw seeds affects taste buds, making sour foods taste sweet for about an hour afterward. Culinary Uses: Seeds are used for sweetening bread, fruits, and tea.