Brosimum utile subsp. ovatifolium
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
A tree. The leaves are narrowly oval to sword shaped.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in wet locations and rainforests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, South America, Suriname, Venezuela
How it is used for food
The latex is eaten and used as a chewing gum.
Edible parts
Edible latex, sap
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Brosimum krukovii Standl.; Brosimum ovatifolium Ducke; Brosimum pallescens Ducke; Brosimum rigidum Ducke;