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Ixora killipii

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Killip ixora

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Ixora killipii is a species of shrub or small tree in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to South America.

Description

Killip ixora is a tropical tree in the Rubiaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America*, Venezuela,

Also Known As

Aguenkawe, Awenkawe, Bayamo, Chimicua, Titite ahul, Untaimongahue, Wemeka, Weneka

References (3)

  • Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 331
  • 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 548

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