Aphananthe monoica
(Hemsl.) J.-F. Leroy
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Description
A tree. It can grow 30 m tall. The leaves are 5-15 cm long by 2-4.5 cm wide. The flowers occur singly in the axils of leaves. The fruit is oval and 12-15 mm long by 8-10 mm wide.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 1,300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Central America, Mexico, Nicaragua,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Chilesmin, Cuachichile, Cuerillo, Palo barranco, Pipin, Quebrache, Tomatillo, Varilla
References (4)
- Cruz, I. M., et al, 2015, Edible fruits and seeds in the State of Mexico. Revista Mexicana de Ciencias Agricolas. Vol. 6. Num. 2 pp 331-346
- Piedra-Malagón, E. M. et al, 2022, Edible native plants of the Gulf of Mexico Province. Biodiversity Data Journal 10: e80565 p 16
- Segura, S., et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
