Glossy leaf porcelia
Porcelia nitidifolia
Family: Annonaceae
What it is like
A tree. It can grow 20 m tall. The leaves are simple and broad.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit, flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Sapote de parro, Zapatillo
Synonyms
Guatteria ponderosa Rusby; Porcelia ponderosa (Rusby) Rusbyl Porcelia saffordiana Rusby;