Monkey Pot, Sapucaia Nut
Lecythis elliptica
Family: Lecythidaceae
What it is like
A small tree. The fruit are 9 cm long and 7.5 cm across. They are brown on the outside. Now Lechythis minor
There are 26 Lecythis species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It suits the hot humid tropical lowlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
The seeds are eaten fresh and also roasted. The seeds are rich in oil.
Edible parts
Nuts
How it is grown
Plants are grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Pila de mono, Marmite de singe