Eriobotrya bengalensis
(Roxb.) Hook. f.
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Description
A subtropical tree in the Rosaceae family that grows to approximately 10 m tall, with leaves 10-20 cm long.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Cambodia, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Sikkim Thailand, Vietnam,
Synonyms
Mespilus bengalensis Roxb.
Also Known As
Keu cheun, Khon dok, Koen prok, Maksawt, Paginggong, Pet-sut, Sisiat nam Song trang, Sontra an, Sron, Takrao nam
References (2)
- Singh, V. B., et al, (Ed.) Horticulture for Sustainable Income and Environmental Protection. Vol. 1 p 216
- Sosef, M. S. M., Hong, L. T., & Prawirohatmodjo, S., (Eds.), 1998, Timber tree: Lesser-known timbers. Plant Resources of South-East Asia, 5(3), p 220
