Quarrey macho
Licania hypoleuca
Family: Chrysobalanaceae
What it is like
A tree. The fruit are reddish and pear shaped.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the humid lowlands.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, Central America, Colombia, Guatemala, Guianas, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Hierrillo, Hierrillo blanco, Jocote de fraile
Synonyms
Licania grisea Kleinh.; Licania microcarpa Hook.f.; Licania parvifolia Pittier [Illegitimate];