Belonging to the cactus family
making it a prized find for those fortunate enough to encounter it
the fruit is displayed for good luck
The fruit’s natural sweetness and low calorie content make it an ideal addition to a healthy
Bright translucent purple pulp is slightly sweet and acidic
Pungara Fruit Plant (Garcinia macrophylla) Belonging to the cactus familyGarcinia macrophylla (Pungara) Common Names: Pungara, Bacuripari. Botanical Name: Garcinia macrophylla General Information: Family: Clusiaceae Native Range: Southern Mexico, Guatemala, northern South America (Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, the Guyanas), Caribbean (Trinidad). Size: Evergreen tree, 8 12 meters tall, with stiff, leathery leaves. Fruit: Rounded conical, pointed at one or both ends, about 8 cm wide, thick yellow rind