Tabernaemontana donnell-smithii
Rose ex J. D. Sm.
Apocynaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
An evergreen tree in the dogbane family (Apocynaceae) that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it inhabits various forest types, forest edges, and pastures. The tree is recognized by its distinctive oval, hanging fruit that are 7-10 cm long with a woody case.
Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Belize, Central America, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama,
Synonyms
Stemmadenia donell-smithii (Rose) WoodsonTabernaemontana donell-smithii var. costaricensis Donn.Sm.
Also Known As
Cojon de mico, Cojones de burro, Cojoton, Huevos de caballo
References (1)
- Segura, S. et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793 (As Stemmadenia donell-smithii)
