Pourouma hirsutipetiolata subsp. hispida
(Standl. & Cuatrec.) C. C. Berg & Heusden
Urticaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tropical tree in the nettle family (Urticaceae).
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Colombia, Ecuador, South America*,
Synonyms
Pourouma hispida Standl. & Cuatrec.
Also Known As
Cugumbe pagum, Japistchi, Kukum pippakum, Palo duira, Uva, Uva de monte
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 521
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 610
