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Bunchosia biocellata

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Description

A tropical tree in the Malpighiaceae family that can grow up to 28 m tall, with leaves measuring approximately 19 cm long by 9.5 cm wide.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is edible.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Central America, Mexico, Nicaragua,

Synonyms

Bunchosia biocellata Hemsl.Bunchosia discolor Turcz.and others

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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