Phyllanthus pectinatus
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Malacca tree
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Description
A large tree. The leaves have leaflets along the stalk. The flowers are small and in a dense group. The fruit are fleshy and top shaped.
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Edible Uses
Malacca received recognition from the World Street Food Congress for Nyonya Siamese Noodles (34th) and Coolie Street Satay (43rd). The various street dishes and delicacies of Malacca include satay celup; chicken rice balls; duck noodles; Malacca-style wonton noodles; nyonya laksa; pai tee (also known as pie tee and top hats); ayam pongteh; asam pedas with fish; Portuguese grilled fish and seafood; fishball lobak; coconut shake; nyonya cendol; putu piring; and nyonya kuih.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are used in preserves.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia,
Cultivation
Plants can be grown from seed.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Asam melaka, Laka laka, Melaka
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 161
