Prunus rhamnoides
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPrunus rhamnoides, Spanish: coralillo, Nahuatl languages: calaomit, and also iza and mataiza, is a species of Prunus in the family Rosaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a tree 7.5 to 15 m tall. A shade tolerant species, it is considered an indicator of forest health. Local people use its timber for construction and household implements.
Description
A tropical tree in the Rosaceae family that grows approximately 20 m tall, with edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Mexico,
Notes
The name is ambiguous.
Also Known As
Capulin loco, Iza, Mataiza
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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