Faramea guianensis
(Aubl.) Brem.
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Description
A shrub. The leaves are opposite and papery. They are hairy underneath. The twigs are flattened at the node. The fruit is black and has a crown at the top.
Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mixed and secondary forest.
Where It Grows
America, Guiana, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname,
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 302 (Faramea cf. guianensis)
