Name
| Family Name | |
| Genus Epithet | |
| Species Epithet | |
| Common Names |
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | South America |
| Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
| Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Edible Plant Parts (Edible Fruits) Food (Fruit & Vegetable : The ripe fruit are eaten fresh after peeled, or added into salads or cooked in meat stews. It can be juiced, candied and pickled as well.) |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Fruits |
| Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Fauna, Pollination and Dispersal
| Pollination Method(s) | Biotic (Fauna) |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed, Stem Cutting, Air-Layering |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Location | Axillary |
Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Colour(s) - Angiosperms and Gymnosperms | Orange, Red, Yellow / Golden |
| Seed Quantity Per Fruit | Numerous (>20) |
Image Repository
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Others
| Master ID | 33753 |
| Species ID | 8168 |
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