Grazielodendron (Grazielodendron riodocensis)

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

Grazielodendron riodocensis is a semi deciduous, slow growing, flowering tree with an erect crown. It grows up to 15 - 30 m tall and has a straight, cylindrical bole of up to 70 cm in diameter. It is usually grown in South America particularly in eastern Brazil. It yields high quality timber used for making furniture and cabinet, and in general construction.

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

An upper canopy tree in the dense, primary formations of the Atlantic rainforest. (Zone 10)