Symmeria paniculata
Family: Polygonaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 7 m tall. The trunk is wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows near riverbanks.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Amazon, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, South America (country/location of origin), West Africa
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Camu camu, Chunta kaspi, Jaija'odua, Motelo kaspi, Tsiayaca'co
Synonyms
Amalobotrya latifolia Kunth ex Meisn.;