Persea nudigemma
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Napo persea
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPersea nudigemma is a species of plant in the family Lauraceae, commonly known as laurel. It is a flowering, leafy plant endemic to subtropical or tropical moist montane forests in Ecuador.
Description
A tropical tree in the Lauraceae family that grows in mountainous regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the mountains.
Where It Grows
Andes, Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Also Known As
Aguacate de monte, Agua catillo
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 492
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 399
