Where to buy Njangsa in Ghana

Njangsa trees produce a fruit that are typically two or three lobed and contain two cells in which the seeds lie. 

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Where to buy Njangsa in Ghana

Nature’s Market Ghana, Phone: 020 162 8548

Nature’s Market Ghana

What is Njangsa seed?

Djansang, njangsa, essessang, wama,

Akpi is a round, yellow-brown seed, similar to a rounded almond, produced by the djansang (Ricinodendron heudelotii) tree, which grows mainly in western Africa.

The akpi seeds are collected and then dried in the sun. When they are dry, they are grounded to obtain a powder.

Njangsa seeds scientifically known as ricinodendron heudelotii, comes from an amazing plant that grows in tropical West Africa. 

Njangsa seeds are versatile nuts that are used widely in Cameroon cuisine like pepper soup, fish stew, mbogo Tchobi, mpuh fish and many other dishes.