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Guaba de monte
Inga silanchensis

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A tree. The fruit is a long pod.

Also as Mimosaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Ecuador, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit - aril, pod pulp


How it is grown

Plants grow easily from fresh seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.


Its other names

Local names

Guabo, Guaba machete, Guabo negro, Huaho teiug

Synonyms