Disteganthus lateralis
(L. B. Smith) Gouda
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Description
A herb. It grows 1.5 m high. The leaves are in rings and are light green. The edges are spiny. The flowers are white and the groups of flowers have a red base. The fruit are yellow.
Edible Uses
The fruit pulp is sour-sweet and edible.
Traditional Uses
The fruit pulp is sour-sweet and edible. Caution: The sap can slightly irritate the mouth.
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Known Hazards
The sap can slightly irritate the mouth.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
America, Guyana, South America,
Also Known As
Panansiwiri
References (1)
- Andel T. van, Non-timber forest products of the North-West District of Guyana. Part 2. A Field Guide. Tropenbos-Guyana Programme. p 256
