Bruto
Erisma uncinatum
Family: Vochysiaceae
What it is like
A large tree. It grows 7-18 m tall. The crown is round. The trunk is 40-100 cm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guianas, Guyana, Peru, South America, Suriname, Venezuela
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
It can be grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Arenillo, Flor morado, Milpo, Palo perico, Quarubana
Synonyms
Erisma pulverulentum Poepp. ex Warm.