Myristica philippensis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMyristica philippensis is a species of plant in the family Myristicaceae. It is endemic to the Philippines.
Description
A tree. It grows 15 m tall. The trunk is 80 cm across. It can have small buttresses. The bark surface is cracked. The leaves are 18-45 cm long. The male flowering shoots are 6-10 cm long. The female flowers are 6-9 mm long. The fruit is a flattened round shape and 5-8 cm long.
Edible Uses
The fruit is used as a spice.
Traditional Uses
Asia, Philippines, SE Asia,
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 300 m above sea level in the Philippines.
Synonyms
Myristica bracteata A. DC.Myristica madagascariensis Vent.Myristica silvestris Wall.Palala philippensis (Lam.) Kuntzeand others
Also Known As
Duguan, Mundara, Tambalau
References (1)
- Reis, S. V. and Lipp, F. L., 1982, New Plant Sources for Drugs and Foods from the New York Botanical Garden herbarium. Harvard. p 74
