Capuli
Geissanthus longistamineus
Family: Primulaceae
What it is like
A tree.
Also put in the family Myrsinaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the lowlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Fosforo blanco, Jasatipitscha poea
Synonyms
Ardisia longistamineus A. C. Sm.;