Syzygium palghatense
Gamble
Myrtaceae Edible: Fruit
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSyzygium palghatense is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is endemic to India. It is threatened by habitat loss. It has been discovered in large numbers in the Bhrahmagiri Hills near Karnataka in 2014.
Description
A tropical tree in the Myrtaceae family. The ripe fruit is edible and represents the main useful part of this species.
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Edible Uses
The ripe fruit is eaten.
Traditional Uses
The ripe fruit is eaten.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India,
Also Known As
Kattunjaval
References (1)
- Yesodharan, K. & Sujana, K. A., 2007, Wild edible plants traditionally used by the tribes in the Parambokulam Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala, India. Natural Product Radiance 6(1) pp 74-80
