Bonduc tree is a large, tropical tree species that is native to parts of Africa and Asia. The tree is known for producing small, round fruit that are covered in spiny, prickly shells. The fruit, also known as the bonduc nut or nicker nut, is often used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Synonyms for bonduc tree include the nickernut tree, fever nut tree, or physostigma tree. The bonduc tree is also known as the karite tree in some parts of Africa and the Indian subcontinent. Its wood is highly valued for use in furniture and carving due to its resilience and durability.