Chromolucuma rubriflora
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Redflower chromolucuma
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Description
Redflower chromolucuma is a tropical tree belonging to the Sapotaceae family, native to warm regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible and used as food.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, South America,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Abiurana-do-chavascal, Abiurana-grande-de-igapo, Maia, Mayabo, Sapota-brava
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 128
- 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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