Byrsonima verbascifolia

Description

Murici do campo is a deciduous shrub or small tree usually growing up to 6 metres tall, but only 1 metre tall when in scrubby savannah 416 420 The crooked bole can be 15 - 25cm in diameter 420 The edible fruit is often gathered from the wild and is then usually made into juices 416 Consumed locally, it is greatly appreciated. The tree is also a source of medicines, wood and tannins for local use, and is occasionally cultivated in home gardens for its fruit 317 420