Acalypha cuneata
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 8 m tall. The leaves are 13-20 cm long by 5-9 cm wide. Male and female flowers are separate. The fruit capsules are 4-5 mm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cajon yura, Fantaicco, Kwichi, Mishki muyu, Sacha aju, Tegedawe, Wetakewe