Buchanania splendens
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBuchanania splendens is a tree in the family Anacardiaceae. The specific epithet splendens is from the Latin meaning 'shining', referring to the leaves.
Description
A small tree. It grows 20 m tall. The trunk can be 20 cm across. The bark is smooth and grey. The flowers are white. The fruit are round and 0.5 cm long.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Known Hazards
This species is considered vulnerable.
Distribution
A tropical plant. It grows in lowland rainforest.
Where It Grows
Andaman Island, Asia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia,
Notes
There are about 25 Buchanania species. It is considered a vulnerable species.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Awa bonan-bonan, Bonan-bonan payo, Tutun bonan
References (1)
- Ambasta S.P. (Ed.), 2000, The Useful Plants of India. CSIR India. p 90 (As Buchanania platyneura)
