The quest for food and nutrition security in southern Africa is slowly prising open the trove of overlooked and undervalued indigenous plants as viable sources of sustenance. More than 5,000 species ...

It is worth remembering as it holds significant nutritional value. Medlar, the fruit we are discussing, is a product of late autumn. It was originally found in regions ranging from the Black Sea ...

Look out for medlars in farmers’ markets or gardens at the end of November. Choose undamaged fruit. Once the medlar has been bletted it can be eaten raw, but it is an acquired taste. Mix its ...