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Humiriastrum obovatum

Family: Humiriaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 40 m tall. The leaves are broadly oval and have red brown hairs underneath when young. The edges curve back. The fruit si fleshy.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in swamp forest.

Countries/locations it is found in

Guyana, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit are pounded in hot water to make a drink.

Edible parts

Fruit - drink


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Hurihi, Kurihi

Synonyms

Humiria obovata Benth.; Humirium obovatum Benth.; Sacoglottis obovata (Benth.) Urb.;