Borassodendron sp.
Arecaceae Edible: Nuts
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Description
A tropical palm tree in the Arecaceae family.
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Edible Uses
The nuts are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia,
Notes
There are 2 Borassodendron species.
References (3)
- Gibbons, M., 1993, Palms. Compact study Guide and Identifier. Sandstone. p 21 ?
- Jones, D.L., 2000, Palms of Australia 3rd edition. Reed/New Holland. p 124
- Menninger, E.A., 1977, Edible Nuts of the World. Horticultural Books. Florida p 128
