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Chupadilla, Jocote
Cyrtocarpa procera

Family: Anacardiaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 6 m tall. The fruit are about 2 cm long. They are yellow.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows up to 1,200 m above sea level. It grows in regions with a distinct wet and dry season.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico (country/location of origin), North America


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

The fruit are popular. It is a cultivated plant.

Edible parts

Fruit, bark


How it is grown

Trees take 5-10 years before fruiting.


Its other names

Local names

Baricoca, Capaleocate, Chupandio, Coco de cerro

Synonyms

Dasycarya grisea Liebm.;