Mahot rouge (Lecythis corrugata)

Family: Lecythidaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Lecythis corrugata is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft) by 20 m (65ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Bees, insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Staple Crop Protein-Oil. — Staple Crop Protein-Oil.

Habitat & North American Range

A common plant of rain forests and marsh forests, especially along the sides of water courses. (Zone 10)