Helicostylis scabra
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
An evergreen tree. The leaves are simple.
Possibly fruit of all Helicostylis are edible.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, South America (country/location of origin), Venezuela
How it is used for food
Caution: The latex is toxic.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Bijuka, Inhare, Chimicue, Chimiqua, Lengua de tigre, Misho chaqui, Palo de morrocoy, Sicoe, Yaji ni
Synonyms
Helicostylis asperifolia Ducke; Pseudolmedia scabra J. F. Macbr.;