Chicle Muyo Fruit Plant (Lacmellea oblongata) Plant type:Seedling plant Native to central

Native to central

making it a natural fit for tropical regions

They are rich in carbohydrates and have a moderate mineral content

with both sweet and lemony-tart components

Health Benefits: Early research indicates potential health benefits associated with guava consumption

Chicle Muyo Fruit Plant (Lacmellea oblongata) Plant type:Seedling plant Native to centralCommon Names: Chicle Muyo, Lacmellea Fruit Botanical Name: Lacmellea oblongata General Information: Belongs to the family Apocynaceae, Native to south eastern Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, The tree is harvested from the wild. Known for its edible sweet fruit and latex, Sweet fruit is comparatively larger than other Lacmellas. The sweet sap and fruit are used to make chewing gum The latex, though of low quality, is rarely used to adulterate rubber from