Omphalea oleifera
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A tree. It can be 30 m tall. The leaves are simple and broad.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama
How it is used for food
The ripe seeds are eaten as a delicacy. The young fruit are boiled and eaen
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Hoja de queso, Matasano cimmarron, Palo de queso, Tambor
Synonyms
Omphalea cardiophylla Hemsl.;