Beilschmiedia mexicana
Family: Lauraceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 3-8 m tall. The leaves are oval and taper towards the tip. The flowers are black and 2.5 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 1,670 m above sea level in Mexico.
Countries/locations it is found in
Belize, Mexico, South America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Aguacate de ardilla, Escalan
Synonyms
Hufelandia mexicana Mez; Linociera areolata Lundell;