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Berberis glauca

Kunth

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Berberis glauca is a shrub in the Berberidaceae described as a species in 1821. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia.

Description

A shrub in the Berberidaceae family native to tropical regions.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

A tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, South America,

Notes

There are about 450-500 Berberis species.

Synonyms

Berberis carrikeri L. A. CamargoBerberis paniculata Kunth ex DC.

References (2)

  • Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 98 (As Berberis glauca DC)
  • Kew Plants of the World Online

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