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Byrsonima intermedia

Family: Malpighiaceae


What it is like

A small tree. It grows 4 m tall. The leaves are sword shaped. The flowers are yellow and in dense groups. The fruit is small. It is 1 cm across. It is dark yellow and juicy.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit pulp is eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Gangica, Murici-do-campo

Synonyms