Thickleaf parinari
Parinari pachyphylla
Family: Chrysobalanaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 12 m tall. The trunk is 60 cm across. It forms branches low down and has a wide spreading crown. The bark is grey and cracked. The leaves are alternate and oval. They taper towards both ends. They are rough and shiny. They are a more pale green underneath. The fruit are pale brown and spotted.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests along rivers.
Countries/locations it is found in
Colombia, South America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Uara, Guamai, Merecure, Pasa, Perehuetano