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Leite de amapa, scientifically known as Brosimum parinarioides and belonging to the Moraceae family, is a large tree native to regions in Bolivia, Brazil North, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, and Suriname. Leite de amapa (Latin: Brosimum parinarioides, family Moraceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Leite de amapa is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Leite de amapa is a member of the Moraceae family native to BOL, BZN, CLM, FRG, GUY, and PER. Leite de amapa thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Leite de amapa grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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