Chachafruto (basul)
Erythrina edulis
An Andean leguminous tree grown for its large, starchy edible seeds, typically cooked before eating.
Family
Fabaceae
Temperature
15-22°C (absolute 5-25°C)
Rainfall
600-1500mm (absolute 450-1800mm)
Altitude
3200m
Soil pH
5.5-7 (absolute 4.5-8)
Soil types
Fertile, well-drained soils.