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Geissanthus vanderwerffii

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Field Museum of Natural History - Botany Department | GDI 2013-2015

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Field Museum of Natural History - Botany Department | GDI 2013-2015

Geissanthus vanderwerffii is a species of plant in the family Primulaceae. It is endemic to Ecuador.

Description

A tropical tree in the Primulaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Ecuador*, South America,

Also Known As

Charmolan, Charmuelan, Tupial, Yuber colorado

References (2)

  • Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 262
  • Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 463

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