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