Platonia Insignis
A Brazilian tree which bears a fruit known in that country as Pacoury-uva. The pulp of this fruit is semiacid, very delicious, and is employed in making preserves. The seeds embedded in this pulp have...
A Brazilian tree which bears a fruit known in
that country as Pacoury-uva. The pulp of this fruit is semiacid,
very delicious, and is employed in making preserves. The seeds
embedded in this pulp have the flavor of almonds.
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