Otaheite gooseberry
plant
Also known as: Cicca disticha, Phyllanthus acidus
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The Otaheite gooseberry is a tropical tree native to Africa and Asia, belonging to the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae). It is also known by the scientific name Phyllanthus acidus.12
The tree produces small, acid-sour fruits that are light yellow or green and ribbed. These fruits are about 0.8 inches in diameter and are used for making preserves. The Otaheite gooseberry is part of the large Phyllanthus genus, which includes about 650 species of trees, shrubs, and herbs.2
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