Cayaponia sp.
Family: Cucurbitaceae
What it is like
A pumpkin family plant. It is a long vine that climbs in trees. The fruit stalk is 1.5 cm long and stout. The fruit is a round berry. It is 4 cm across. It is yellowish green with yellow pulp. There are several large flat seeds.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the rainforest in granite areas.
Countries/locations it is found in
Guianas, South America, Suriname
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit