Persea longipes

Family: Lauraceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 8 m tall. The branches are angular. The leaves are 6-14 cm long by 4-7 cm wide. The edges are wavy. The fruit are round and 6-7 mm across.

Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant. It grows from sea level to 200 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, Honduras, Mexico

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit ?

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Pahua

Synonyms

Laurus longipes Schltdl.;