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.;