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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

Synonyms