Parathesis leptopa
Lundell
Slender parathesis
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Description
A tropical tree in the Primulaceae family (sometimes placed in Myrsinaceae) that produces edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Honduras, Mexico, North America,
Notes
Also put in the family Myrsinaceae.
Synonyms
Parathesis oroana LundellParathesis stenophylla LundellParathesis tonana LundellParathesis violacea Lundell
References (1)
- Grandtner, M. M., 2008, World Dictionary of Trees. Wood and Forest Science Department. Laval University, Quebec, Qc Canada. (Internet database http://www.wdt.qc.ca)
