Myrteola phylicoides

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A shrub.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Ecuador, South America (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Piki muyu, Nigua, Romerillo del cerro

Synonyms

Myrtus microphylla Bonpl.; Myrtus phylicoides Benth.;