Eugenia acris
Wight & Arn.
Wild clove
Myrtaceae Edible: Leaves, Fruit
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Description
A tropical tree in the myrtle family with edible leaves and fruit.
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Edible Uses
Both the leaves and fruit are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Jamaica, West Indies,
Notes
There are about 550 Eugenia species.
Synonyms
Probably Pimenta racemosa
References (1)
- Hedrick, U.P., 1919, (Ed.), Sturtevant's edible plants of the world. p 295
