Paropsia edulis
Family: Passifloraceae
What it is like
A shrub.
There are 11 Paropsia species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. In Madagascar it grows up to 500 m above sea level. It grows in humid forest.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar (country/location of origin), Mozambique
How it is used for food
The aril or fleshy layer around the seed is eaten.
The fleshy layer around the seed is sweet.
Edible parts
Aril, fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Vilo
Synonyms
Paropsia vesiculosa Noronha;