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Dimorphanthera forbesii

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A woody vine or small tree. The fruit are soft and purple.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in the Western District in Papua New Guinea. It has been collected at 1,250 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Papua New Guinea


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants can be grown from cuttings but this is not easy. Plants can be grown from seeds.


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Agapetes forbesii F. Muell.; Dimorphanthera alba J. J. Smith;