Aphanamixis borneensis
(Miq.) Merr.
Borneo sabayan tree
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAphanamixis borneensis is a tree in the family Meliaceae, native to maritime Southeast Asia. The specific epithet borneensis refers to the species' presence in Borneo.
Description
A small tree. It grows 13 m tall. The leaves are alternate and compound. The flowers are 3 mm across. They are cream coloured and in groups. The fruit are 2.5 cm across. They are red capsules. The seeds have a bright red fleshy layer or aril.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It can grow up to 1,900 m above sea level. It grows in lowland and hill rainforests.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, SE Asia,
Cultivation
Plants can be grown from seeds.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Ayam sabayan, Bahko brawo, Bunyou, Bunyou kolik, Kayu bunyo, Lantupak, Lapunian batu, Pohon sabayan, Segera
References (2)
- Slik, F., www.asianplant.net
- Sukarya, D. G., (Ed.) 2013, 3,500 Plant Species of the Botanic Gardens of Indonesia. LIPI p 131
