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.;