Etlingera fimbriobracteata
(K. Schum.) R. M. Sm.
Layun, Tukung
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEtlingera fimbriobracteata is a monocotyledonous plant species that was first described by Karl Moritz Schumann, and received its current name from Rosemary Margaret Smith. Etlingera fimbriobracteata is part of the genus Etlingera and the family Zingiberaceae. No subspecies are listed in the Catalog of Life.
Description
A ginger family herb from the tropical rainforests of Sarawak. It is commonly used in local cooking.
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Edible Uses
The fruit and shoots are eaten. It is commonly used in cooking in Sarawak.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in Sarawak.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia*, Philippines, Sarawak, SE Asia,
Other Information
It is commonly used in cooking in Sarawak.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Tepus
References (3)
- Chai, P. P. K. (Ed), et al, 2000, A checklist of Flora, Fauna, Food and Medicinal Plants. Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak. Forestry Malaysia & ITTO. p 164, 170,
- Chai, P.P.K., 2000, Development of the Lanjak Entimau Wild life sanctuary. Final report. ITTO and Sarawak Forestry. p 29
- Poulsen, A. D., 2006, Gingers of Sarawak. Natural History Publications, Borneo. p 52
