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Muruci da capoeira
Byrsonima lancifolia

Family: Malpighiaceae


What it is like

A small tree. It grows 4-7 m high The leaves are sword shaped and 10 cm long. The flowers are yellow and 12 mm across. The fruit are round and 5 cm across.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Amazon, Brazil, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit pulp is eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


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