Maritime licania
Moquila maritima

Family: Chrysobalanaceae

What it is like

A tree. Young branches are hairy. The leaves are narrowly oval and 23-30 cm long by 7-10 cm wide. The fruit is round and has a warty surface. They are 9-10 cm across.

It is an endangered species.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in coastal forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, South America

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

It flowers Jan to May.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Licania maritima Prance;