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Glochidion sp. indet. (2 species?)

Phyllanthaceae Edible: Leaves, Aril

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Description

A tropical shrub or tree in the Phyllanthaceae family, one of approximately 300 Glochidion species.

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Edible Uses

The leaves and arils are edible.

Distribution

A tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, Indochina, Indonesia, SE Asia, Thailand,

Notes

There are about 300 Glochidion species.

References (1)

  • Altschul, S.V.R., 1973, Drugs and Foods from Little-known Plants. Notes in Harvard University Herbaria. Harvard Univ. Press. Massachusetts. no. 2117, 2120

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