Big kiggernet, Himir egg
Henriettea multiflora
Family: Melastomataceae
What it is like
A small tree. The leaves are hairy underneath. The flowers are white. They are is small side clusters on old branches. The fruit are green to red berries.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in secondary forests and swamps.
Countries/locations it is found in
America, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname, Venezuela
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw. They are slimy.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Itara, Kaboanama beltiri, Nanaporan, Pakira yuyuru