Macleania cordifolia
Family: Ericaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It often grows from a woody tuber. The leaves are oval and 4-10 cm long by 2-5 cm wide. The base is heart shaped. The fruit are 12 mm across.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the Andes between 1,800-3,356 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Ecuador (country/location of origin), Peru, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seeds or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Gualicon