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;