Walsura pachycaulon
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Summary
Source: WikipediaWalsura pachycaulon is a tree in the family Meliaceae. The specific epithet pachycaulon means 'thick stems', referring to the leaf stems.
Description
A tree. It grows about 35 m tall. The twigs can be hollow and tended by ants. The leaves are alternate and compound. The flowers are 8 mm across. They are greenish-yellow. They are in large groups. The fruit are about 3 cm across. They are greenish-yellow.
Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mixed forests up to 400 m above sea level. It grows in sandy soils. It grows in Borneo.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, SE Asia,
Cultivation
The twigs are sometimes hollow and inhabited by ants.
Other Uses
The wood is hard and durable. It is used in local construction and interior work.
Also Known As
Darah-darah, Lantopak, Sibau belaban
References (2)
- Flora Malesia
- Slik, F., www.asianplant.net
