Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa)

Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa)

The number of plant species you see from the canopy towers of Cristalino Jungle Lodge is impressive. Unfortunately most are out of focus, as all the visitors…


Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)

Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)

I wonder what this wild mango fruit tastes like compared to the cultivated varieties. I for one am certain the fruit and the tree itself contains properties…


Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)

Wild mango (Grias neuberthii)

An incredibly fascinating flower - thick and waxy and extremely tough. This tree grows close to the creek on the grounds of the welcome center of Napo Wildlife…


Bomarea hieronymi

Bomarea hieronymi

Bomarea is unmistakable and eye-catching. In a gloomy forest of green, the hanging inflorescence is one of few wonders of blossom accessible to us humans - as…


Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

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Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

It not only resembles a lily, but is a lily. It's a strong and vital plant, no wonder it's popular as a cut flower. Native range is Colombia and Ecuador.


Bomarea multiflora

Bomarea multiflora

This wonderful flower grows commonly along the main path in Yanacocha. This family is also found in almost every florist across the world. Native range is…