Allophylus divaricatus

Family: Sapindaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It can grow 2-20 m tall. The leaves have 3 leaflets. The side 2 are smaller than the end one. A group of fruit occur together. They are pale yellow. They are 0.4-1.2 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in the Amazon. It grows at about 300 m up to 2,500 m above sea level.

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

Mata rabujo, Seringuinha

Synonyms

Allophylus divaricatus f. viridulus Cuatrec.;