Big leafed Swartzia (Swartzia grandifolia)

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

Swartzia grandifolia is a tree commonly found in South America that grows up to 18 m tall with a straight and cylindrical bole that can be up to 60 cm in diameter. It has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria that form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. It is not edible and has no medicinal value.

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

Rain forests. (Zone 10)