Panama Tree

The complex seedpod of Panama's National Tree, which goes by names such as Camoruco in its range from Mexico to Brazil. The edible seeds have been removed, likely by livestock.

The Panama Tree, which is Panama's national tree, in a pasture in the Darien Province of Panama.

Madre de Dios, Peru

Madre de Dios, Peru

The flower of Panama's National Tree has no petals. It is of the Tropical Chestnut Genus, and ranges from Mexico to Brazil with names such as Camoruco. It is both planted and appreciated for its wood, but mainly for its seeds which are edible and yield a useful oil. Photo from Barro Colorado Island, Panama.

Madre de Dios, Peru

Madre de Dios, Peru