Zygia cataractae
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 20 m tall. The fruit occur on the branches below the leaves. They are pale green and have white aril or coating over the seeds.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, South America, Suriname, Venezuela
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit - aril
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Guama de rana
Synonyms
Calliandra schwackeana Taub.; Feuilleea divaricata (Benth.) Kuntze; Inga cataractae Kunth; Inga glomerata DC. and others