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Jaltomata herrerae

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A herb or shrub. The fruit are red.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It Peru it grows between 3,750-3,810 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Ahuaimantu, Awilmantu, Puka ruru

Synonyms

Saracha herrerae C. V. Morton;