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Vaccinium crenatum

Family: Ericaceae


What it is like

A shrub.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in alpine forests to 4,350 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America (country/location of origin), Venezuela


How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Anisillo de monte, Chirimote, Joyapa chaucha, Manzana rastrera, Urcu mote

Synonyms