Caryodendron grandifolium
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A tree. The branches are angled.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The seeds are toasted and eaten. They are also mashed and the oil used as a soup.
Edible parts
Fruit, seed, seeds - oil
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Inchi, Metabuayo, Pao podre