Eugenia egensis
DC
Ega eugenia
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Description
A tropical tree in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae) that produces edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, French Guiana, Guyana, Panama, Peru, South America, Suriname, Venezuela,
Other Uses
The wood is used.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Araigon, Axeitona-brava, Saginto
References (4)
- 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
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 237
- Kew Plants of the World Online
- Roa, J. A. G. & Boada, D. S. G., 2018, Fundación para el Fortalecimiento de la Fruticultura y Plantas Alimenticias no Convencionales en Colombia.
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