Temu, Palo colorado
Blepharocalyx cruckshanksii
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 20 m high. The flowers are white. They have 4 petals.
Where it is found
In Chile it grows from sea level to 2,000 m altitude. It grows near water with its roots in water. It grows in humid areas with almost constant rainfall. It can grow in shade. It suits hardiness zone 9. It can tolerate light frost.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile (country/location of origin), South America
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw or cooked.
Edible parts
Fruit