Brosimum alicastrum

Breadnut tree, ramon

Evergreen tree up to 30 m high, native to tropical America. Used in some countries as a fodder tree during the dry season. The leaves, seeds and entire fruits are eaten by animals. One tree can produce about 40 kg of seeds, which are relished by pigs.

As % of dry matter
DMCPCFAshEENFECaPRef
Fresh leaves,
Jamaica38.913.926.57.93.448.343
Pulp, Cuba15.520.111.66.65.356.488
Seeds, Cuba42.514.05.63.32.974.2"

References

43, 88

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