Swartzia (Swartzia ingifolia)

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

Commonly grown in northern Brazil and Bolivia, Swartzia ingifolia grows up to 30 m in height with a straight and cylindrical bole that can be up to 60 cm in diameter. Unlike other species in the Swartzia genus, this species has no symbiotic relationship with soil bacteria. Further, this species is not edible and has no medicinal value. The wood is very heavy, very hard, very strong and highly durable.

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 forest. (Zone 10)