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The Mangaba Rubber Tree (Hancornia speciosa) is a tree native to the tropical regions of Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Peru. Mangaba Rubber Tree (Latin: Hancornia speciosa, family Anacardiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mangaba Rubber Tree is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Mangaba Rubber Tree is a member of the Anacardiaceae family native to BOL, BZN, BZE, BZS, BZL, and BZC. The Mangaba Rubber Tree thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) to medium in texture.
Mangaba Rubber Tree 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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