Meliosma frondosa

Family: Sabiaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 8-10 m tall. The branches have fine stripes along them. The leaves are 4-16 cm long by 3-6 cm wide. They can be larger. The flowers are white. The fruit are pear shaped with unequal sides. They are 1.6-2 cm long by 1.4-1.6 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, South America (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Aguacatillo pedroso, Arenicolous meliosma, Motilon, Paeche, Pondo

Synonyms

Meliosma arenosa Idrobo & Cuatrec.;