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Allophylus guaraniticus

Family: Sapindaceae


What it is like

A shrub or tree. It grows 2-5 m tall. The leaves are oval and 2-9 cm long by 1-3 cm wide. There are teeth along the edge.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. In Argentina is grows between sea level and 1,200 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Brazil (country/location of origin), Paraguay, South America, Uruguay


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Fruta-de-pombo, Koku, Vacum, Vacunzeiro, Waku

Synonyms

Allophylus guaraniticus var. pilosus F. A. Barkley & Villa; Schmidelia guaranitica A. St.-Hil.;