Wachenheimii alexa
Alexa wachenheimii
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 25 m tall. It has thick low buttresses.
It is used in medicine. The leaves and pods contain alkaloids.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in swamp forest.
Countries/locations it is found in
French Guiana, Guyana, South America, Suriname
How it is used for food
Edible parts
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How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Alexa blanc, Arramatta belero, Nekoe-oedoe