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Anthopterus wardii

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Anthopterus wardii, also known as aengue mishito, is a species of neotropical blueberry in the family Ericaceae native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, such as Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Description

A tropical epiphytic shrub of the Ericaceae family, capable of producing branches 10 m long while attached to other plants. Little is known about its physical characteristics beyond its growth habit and tropical distribution.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

America, Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, South America,

Synonyms

Anthopterus bracteatus A. C. Sm.Thibaudia wardii (Ball) Hoerold

References (1)

  • Dastmalchi, K. et al, 2011, Edible Neotropical Blueberries: Antioxidant and Compositional Fingerprint Analysis. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry 59: 3020-3026

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