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Marmelada 
Alibertia edulis
a.k.a. Purui  

A green fruit, similar in size and shape to the pomegranate. Its black pulp is said to resemble marmalade and quinces.

Description: Small erect tree, usually only to 10-15ft high. Shiny green leaves resemble those of the avocado tree.

Hardiness: Unknown.

Growing Environment: Unknown.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: Eaten fresh out of hand, or used to make jellies and sweets.

Native Range: Native to open fields in the Amazon River region, Brazil.