Tabernaemontana panamensis
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Panama tabernaemontana
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTabernaemontana panamensis is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Panama.
Description
A tropical tree in the Apocynaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, South America, West Indies,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Alcu-sanangu, Guallabusay, Gualla pusai, Pepa de mono, Tsicta, Wella huai pipa
References (3)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 650
- Roa, J. A. G. & Boada, D. S. G., 2018, Fundación para el Fortalecimiento de la Fruticultura y Plantas Alimenticias no Convencionales en Colombia.
- Torre, de la L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 176
