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Xylopia peruviana

Family: Annonaceae


What it is like

A shrub or straggling tree. It branches from near the base. It grows 3.5-4.5 m tall. The crown is spreading.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 500 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, root


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Pancho, Piraquina, Tetemetsisi, Xahui

Synonyms