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Schlegelia violacea

Family: Schlegeliaceae


What it is like

A climbing plant.

Previously in the family Gesneriaceae and Bignoniaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Amazon, Brazil, French Guiana, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname, Venezuela, West Indies


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Besleria caerulea Aubl.; Besleria violacea Aubl.; Schlegelia lilacina Miq.;