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Diclidanthera penduliflora

Family: Polygalaceae


What it is like

A woody climber or spindly tree. The fruit are round and black. They are 1-2 cm across.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in floodplain forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

Amazon, Colombia, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

The aril or fleshy layer around the seed is eaten.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Fruit are produced in the rainy season.


Its other names

Local names

Aceitunilla, Coto huayo, Jacoticaba do mato

Synonyms

Diclidanthera penduliflora var. penaeantha Miq.;