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Ficus guianensis

Family: Moraceae


What it is like

A fig. It is a small tree. It has white latex. The leaves are smooth. The fruit are in pink to red figs. They occur in small bundles among the leaves.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in swampy secondary forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

America, Guiana, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname, Venezuela


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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