Myrsine guianensis

Family: Primulaceae

What it is like

A shrub. It can grow 5-7 m tall. The fruit are shiny black berries.

Also put in the family Myrsinaceae.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyanas, Mexico, Panama, South America, Trinidad

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Jomirim

Synonyms

Rapanea guianensis Aubl.; Rapanea oblonga Pohl ex Miq.; Rapanea ovalifolia Mez; and others