— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Cow Tree (Manilkara huberi). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
The Cow Tree, scientifically known as Manilkara huberi, is a large tree native to the tropical regions of Brazil and neighboring countries such as French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and Venezuela. Cow Tree (Latin: Manilkara huberi) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Cow 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.
Cow Tree is a member native to BZN, BZE, BZC, FRG, GUY, and SUR. The Cow Tree thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Cow 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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