Chiche
Pouteria brevipetiolata
Family: Sapotaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 10 m tall. The trunk is 20 cm across. It is fluted. Young shoots are hairy at first. The leaves are densely clustered They are arranged in spirals. The leaves are 9-13 cm long by 4-6 cm wide. The flowers are in groups in the axils of leaves. They are pale green and have sight scent.
It is an at risk species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It occurs at about 800 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Ecuador (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chiche