Morella pubescens
Family: Myricaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 2-7 m tall. The branches are hairy. The leaves are 5-14 cm long by 1-3 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Central America, Columbia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, South America (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Cardi laurel, Laurel, Laurel de cera, Laurel grande
Synonyms
Myrica interrupta Benth.; Myrica pubescens Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.;