Water duroia
Duroia aquatica
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 8-10 m tall. The trunk is 10-20 cm across. The flowers are at the ends of the branches. The fruit are brown.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, Guianas, Guyana, South America, Suriname, Venezuela
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Marmeldoos
Synonyms
Coupoui aquatica Aubl.; Cupirana aubletiana Miers;