Asterogyne spicata

Family: Arecaceae

What it is like

A palm. It has a single trunk. It grows 2-4 m high. The leaves are erect and deep green above but silvery green underneath. The flower spike are erect. The flowers have a scent. The fruit are edible.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 600-1,000 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

South America, Venezuela

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Aristeyera spicata H. E. Moore;