Manglillo
Ardisia manglillo
Family: Primulaceae
What it is like
A tree. The leaves are oval and pointed at both ends.
Also put in the family Myrsinaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Colombia (country/location of origin), Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Icacorea manglillo (Cuatrec.) Lundrell;