Berberis rariflora
Family: Berberidaceae
What it is like
A small shrub.
There are about 450-500 Berberis species. It is also used as medicine. It has antibacterial activity.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows at high elevations at about 3,000-4,000 m above sea level in the Andes
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The fruit can be eaten raw or cooked and also used for making drinks.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
It can be grown from ripe seed.
Its other names
Local names
Alqo chorosilki