Tabernaemontana alba
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 1-8 m tall. It can be taller.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua
How it is used for food
The sap is chewed locally with chicle as chewing gum.
Edible parts
Sap
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chapupo, Cojon de gato, Huevo de gato
Synonyms
Tabernaemontana amblyblasta Blake; and several others