Garcinia lanceifolia var. oxyphylla
(Planch. & Triana) Laness
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Source: WikipediaGarcinia lanceifolia is an endemic medicinal evergreen plant with edible fruit native to Asia (India, Bangladesh, Myanmar). It has been used by various ethnic communities across North-Eastern India for treatment of dysentery, dyspepsia, and biliousness. It is also used as pickles in various North Eastern Indian cuisines. It is locally known as 'Rupohi Thekera' (ৰূপহী থেকেৰা) or 'Kon Thekera' (কণ- থেকেৰা) in Assamese, Chengkek in Mizo, Thisuru in Garo, Dieng-soh-jadu in Khasi and Khanada.
Description
A subtropical tree in the Clusiaceae family that is cultivated. It bears edible fruit.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Northeastern India,
Other Information
It is a cultivated plant.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Kujithekera, Pelte, Sushru
References (1)
- Medhi, P. & Borthakur, S. K., 2012, Phytoresources from North Cachur Hills of Assam -3: Edible plants sold at Hflong market. Indian Journal of Natural Products and Resources. 3(1) pp 84-109
