Alibertia claviflora
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 4 m tall. The fruit are round, shiny and green. They are 10 cm across. They are edible when ripe.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Apurui, Bisillo, Owekawe, Tutumillo
Synonyms
Borojoa claviflora (K. Schum.) Cuatrec.; Cordiera claviflora (K. Schum.) Kuntze;