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Chalybea ecuadorensis

Family: Melastomataceae


What it is like

A small tree. It grows 4 m tall. The flowers hand down. The petals are fleshy and pin to red.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in moist mountain forests. It has been recorded at 2,400 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, Ecuador, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Tuno

Synonyms

Huilaea ecuadorensis Wurdack;