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Hyeronima sp.

Sanon,

Euphorbiaceae Edible: Fruit

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Botanical Research Institute of Texas

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Botanical Research Institute of Texas

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Botanical Research Institute of Texas

Description

A large forest tree in the Euphorbiaceae family native to tropical regions.

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Edible Uses

The fruit are eaten raw.

Traditional Uses

The fruit are eaten raw.

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Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, South America,

References (2)

  • Spichiger, R., et al, 1990, Contribucion a la Flora de la Amazonia Peruana. Boissiera 44. p 67
  • Van den Eynden, V., et al, 2003, Wild Foods from South Ecuador. Economic Botany 57(4): 576-603

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