Louro Faja (Euplassa cantareirae)

Family: Proteaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Euplassa cantareirae is an evergreen tree growing up to 25 m in height with straight, cylindrical trunk that can be up to 90 cm in diameter. It has a roundish or irregular crown. It is commonly found in South America. The wood is commonly used in decorative laminas and fine cabinet making.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

A canopy tree in the Atlantic rainforest, both in the mountain slopes and on the coastal plain, mainly in dense, primary forest, favouring moist, fertile soils. (Zone 10)