Sanguinto, Ibapopitara
Aulomyrcia vaccinifolia
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 4-5 m high. The leaves are opposite. They are 6-8 cm long by 4-5 cm wide. The leaves are sword shaped and rough. They taper to the tip. The flowers are white. The fruit is round and 2 cm across. There is normally 1 seed.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows between 1500-2500 m altitude in Bolivia.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bolivia, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit