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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.