Myrceugenia obtusa
(DC.) O. Berg
Raran
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMyrceugenia obtusa, also known as raran, is an evergreen tree endemic to Chile from Coquimbo to Cautin (31 to 38°S). It grows mainly in the coastal mountains on moist sites.
Description
A shrub or small tree in the Myrtaceae family found in tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit (berries) are edible.
Medicinal Uses
The berries have antioxidant and antibacterial activity.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Chile, South America,
Notes
The berries have antioxidant and antibacterial activity.
Synonyms
References (1)
- Velasquez, P. & Montenegro, G., 2017, Chilean Endemic/Native Plant Resources as Functional and Superfoods. Chp. 6 in Superfood and Functional Food - An Overview of Their Processing and Utilization
