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Anomospermum chloranthum

Family: Menispermaceae


What it is like

It is a woody climber. It is 40 cm across. The fruit are shiny and orange. They fruit have a cream to light brown pulp. There is 1 black seed.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It mostly grows in the lowlands and up to 1,900 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Amazon, Central America, Costa Rica, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Fruit are harvested after they fall.


Its other names

Local names

Ampihuasca, Coto huayo, Huevo de coto

Synonyms