Boquila berries
Boquila trifoliolata

Family: Lardizabalaceae

What it is like

A shrub or climbing vine. It grows 1-2 m high. It can be 6 m high. The leaves are compound. They have oval and leathery leaflets. Male and female flowers are in separate plants. The flowers are white and have 6 petals. The flowers have a scent. The fruit are berries the size of a pea. They are almost white. It has a few seeds. It is edible.

There is only one Boquila species.

Where it is found

It grows in temperate forests in Chile. It grows from sea level to 2,000 m altitude. It grows in water. It can only tolerate short dry periods. It can grow in shade. It suits hardiness zone 8. It can tolerate light frosts and occasional snow.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Chile (country/location of origin), South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds. Male and female plants are needed for fruit. Plants can be grown from woody stem cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Baquil-blianca, Pilpil, Voqui

Synonyms

Boquila discolor Decne; Lardizabala trifoliata DC.;