Madhuca palembanica
(Miq.) Forman
Sapotaceae Edible: Fruit
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMadhuca palembanica is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. It is named for Palembang in Sumatra.
Description
A tree. It can grow 35 m tall. The stem has white sap. The leaves are alternate and simple. They are usually very narrow. The flowers are 12 mm across. They are white to yellow and occur in bundles in the axils of leaves. The fruit are 12 mm long. They are golden brown and fleshy.
Edible Uses
The fruit are edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in forests up to 700 m above sea level. It is usually on sandy ridges.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Ganua palembanica (Miq.) van den Assem & KostermansPodocarpus palembanicus Miq.
Also Known As
Nyatoh tangkai panjang, Nyatu karang
