Cordia seleriana
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Description
A shrub in the Boraginaceae family native to subtropical regions, valued for its edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Also Known As
Chilillo, Cola de iguana
References (1)
- Segura, S. et al, 2018, The edible fruit species in Mexico. Genet Resour Crop Evol (2018) 65:1767–1793
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