Allanblackia (Clusiaceae) is dioecious. Nine species of Allanblackia are indigenous to the African tropics of which three (A. stuhlmannii, A floribundaand A. parviflora) have known mportance in food (margarine) and cosmetic (soap and detergent) industries.The oil from the seeds containing 5258%stearic acid and 3945% olei acid requires less chemical processing compared to otheroils. The fatty acid profile of the oil has been reported to lower plasma cholesterol levels and thereby reduce the risk of heart attacks besides other uses.