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Plukenetia volubilis, Sacha Inchi, Sacha Peanut, Mountain Peanut, Inca-Peanut

Plukenetia volubilis

Sacha Inchi, Sacha Peanut, Mountain Peanut, Inca-Peanut
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Origin: Amazon Rainforest
Vine or creeper plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterEdible plantSpice or herb plantEthnomedical plant.
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The male flowers are small, white, and arranged in clusters. Two female flowers are located at the base of the inflorescence.

Sacha Inchi oil production is gaining international recognition for its taste and health properties. Raw seeds are inedible.



Plukenetia volubilis, Sacha Inchi, Sacha Peanut, Mountain Peanut, Inca-Peanut
Plukenetia volubilis, Sacha Inchi, Sacha Peanut, Mountain Peanut, Inca-Peanut


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