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Chamaedorea lunata

Liebm. ex Mart.

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Description

A tropical palm in the Arecaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Mexico, North America,

Also Known As

Cuajilote, Tepejilote, Xate

References (1)

  • Anguilar-Stoen, M, et al, 2009, Home Gardens Sustain Crop Diversity and Improve Farm Resilience in Candelaria Loxicha, Oaxaca, Mexico. Human Ecology, 37:55-77

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