Eriotheca roseorum
(Cuatrec.) A. Robyns
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Description
A tropical tree in the Malvaceae family (subfamily Bombacoideae) that grows at elevations between 400-600 m.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are reported as a possible edible portion.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows between 400-600 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Notes
In the subfamily Bombacoideae.
Synonyms
Bombax roseorum Cuatrec.Tartagalia roseorum (Cuatrec.) T. MeyTartagalia rubra Capurro
Also Known As
Imbirussu, Paineira
References (2)
- Bortolotto, I. M., et al, 2018, Lista preliminar das plantas alimenticias nativas de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil. Iheringia, Serie Botanica, Porto Alegre, 73 (supl.):101-116
- Kew Plants of the World On line
