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Hog Plum
Spondias mombin
This species of plum, native to the tropical Americas, is a green-skinned fruit with a white inside. Its trees secrete sap that is used as glue, and its bark can create dyes. Also known as yellow mombin, hog plums can be used to make many delicious dishes, or it can be eaten by itself. Its taste has a mix of sweet, sour, and tang. It also is high in moisture, typically being used by travelers to quench their thirst on their journeys. Hog plums are used in traditional medicine to treat stomach pains, digestive tract problems, and more.
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