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Saurauia ursina

Triana & Planch

Dulumoco saurauia

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Description

A tropical tree in the kiwifruit family (Actinidiaceae) grown for its fruit.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Colombia, Ecuador, South America,

Synonyms

Saurauia ursina f. strigosa Buscal

Also Known As

Dulumoco saurauia, Huevo de gallo, Moco, Moquillo, Platanillo, Zungana

References (2)

  • Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 587
  • 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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