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Marbleberry, Morita, Huitumbo
Ardisia pickeringia

Family: Primulaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree. The leaves are broadly sword shaped. The flowers have a scent. The fruit are round and 5 mm across. They are black and shiny.

Also put in the family Myrsinaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Icacorea paniculata Sudw.;