. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 46. Panama Tree Sterculia apetala The fruit of the Panama tree is formed like a large flower con- sisting of five large pods, each containing several seeds resem- bling chestnuts. These seeds may be eaten either raw or roasted. CAUTION: The inside of the pods is covered with stiff bristles that penetrate the skin easily and cause intense irritation. The tree is very large and is common in the lowland forests of the Caribbean region. Its leaves are light green and fuzzy on the underside^ its fruits are brownish green. In Panama the tree is
. Edible and poisonous plants of the Caribbean region . 46. Panama Tree Sterculia apetala The fruit of the Panama tree is formed like a large flower con- sisting of five large pods, each containing several seeds resem- bling chestnuts. These seeds may be eaten either raw or roasted. CAUTION: The inside of the pods is covered with stiff bristles that penetrate the skin easily and cause intense irritation. The tree is very large and is common in the lowland forests of the Caribbean region. Its leaves are light green and fuzzy on the underside^ its fruits are brownish green. In Panama the tree is known as panamd; in Central America castano; in Cuba anacagiiita and camaruca; and in Colombia camajon. #*J c*m*/*
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