cafe falso

Bunchosia glandulifera Kunth

Bunchosia glandulifera is a species in the Malpighiaceae family, known as cafe falso. It is native to regions in South America and parts of the Caribbean. The plant produces small orange-red fruits with a sticky pulp that resembles the flavor and aroma of peanut butter. These fruits are consumed fresh or processed into jellies, jams, and preserves. In Brazil, the fruit is also referred to as caferana or falso guarana due to its appearance resembling coffee berries.

Description

Bunchosia glandulifera, a member of the Malpighiaceae family, is a flowering plant found in Central and South America. It is commonly known as cafe falso and produces small, orange-red fruits with a dense, sticky pulp. The pulp has a flavor and aroma similar to peanut butter, making it a distinctive edible fruit. It is typically consumed fresh but is also used in the preparation of jellies, jams, and preserves. The fruit's appearance is comparable to coffee berries, leading to its alternative names in Brazil, such as caferana or falso guarana.

Other common names

cafe falso

Distribution

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