Trichilia elsae
Harms
Elsa bitterwood
Meliaceae Edible: Fruit
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTrichilia elsae is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. It is endemic to Acre state in Brazil. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description
A tropical tree in the Meliaceae family native to tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, South America*,
Synonyms
Trichilia grandifolia C. DC.
Also Known As
Breu-maxixe, Gitoarana, Huamonta, Jito, Tocota, Yeyemomo
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 674
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 439
