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
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
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