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Coussarea latifolia

Family: Rubiaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 15-20 m tall. The leaves are 10-30 cm long by 5-18 cm wide. The fruit are 2 cm long.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Caimitillo, Pillchi muyu

Synonyms