Casearia combaymensis
Family: Salicaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. The fruit are yellow.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Guianas, Panama, Peru, South America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
The aril of fleshy layer around the seed is eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chana, Chana jisicato, Cuse, Ihui pama, Kromanti-oedoe, Maspara, Mukuvava, Pepa de perro, Piabinha, Shibadan, Shulla muyo, Yobiberoxoco
Synonyms
Casearia bracteifera Sagot; Casearia membranacea Britton non Hance; Casearia prunifolia auct. non Kunth; Casearia subopaca Triana & Planch.;