The kola nut (Yoruba: obi, Dagbani: guli, Hausa: goro, Igbo: ọjị, Sängö: gôro, Swahili: mukezu) is the seed of certain species of plant of the genus Cola, placed formerly in the cocoa family …

Sep 18, 2018 · The kola nut is the fruit of the kola tree (Cola acuminata and Cola nitida), indigenous to West Africa. The trees, which reach heights of 40 to 60 feet, produce a star …

Jan 31, 2020 · Bitter kola is widely known for its medicinal benefits, as the seeds, nuts, and bark have been and are still being used to treat varying ailments (Hertog et al., 2007) .

Jul 15, 2023 · The seed of the kola fruit of Cola acuminata and Cola nitida trees native to tropical rainforests of western Africa, kola nuts are desirable as food, flavoring agent, and an element …

Cola nut is the seed of the Cola plant (Cola acuminata). It's used in Nigeria and many West African countries in traditional and cultural ceremonies. Cola nut contains caffeine.

Jul 13, 2023 · Possible health benefits include boosting metabolism, aiding digestion, increasing circulation, and more. The nut comes from the evergreen kola tree, which is found in the …

May 21, 2015 · The seed of Kola nuts possess antioxidant properties and restrict the activities of α-glucosidase and α-amylase. The antioxidant properties and enzyme prevention are the …

Known as bissy in Jamaica, kola nuts are commonly used to increase energy and flavor popular soda beverages. In Nigeria, the nut is used in traditional medicine and holds an important role …

Cola nut is the seed of the cola nut plant. Cola nut is used widely in Nigeria and many West African countries as part of traditional hospitality, cultural, and social ceremonies. It is also …

Apr 20, 2011 · What is Kola Nut? Kola is a kind of herb that grows in tropical climate. The seeds of the fruits of kola tree are called the kola nut, or bitter cola. It belongs to the Malvaceae plant …