Hornstedtia havilandii
(K. Schum.) K. Schum.
Panyun
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Summary
Source: WikipediaHornstedtia havilandii, also known as panyun (in Iban) or telidus (in Sabah), is a species of flowering plant, a perennial tropical forest herb in the ginger family, that is endemic to Borneo.
Description
A ginger family herb native to Borneo with edible white shoots, fruit, and stems.
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Edible Uses
The white shoots are cooked as a vegetable, and the fruit are eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The white shoots are cooked as a vegetable. The fruit are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It occurs in Borneo.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sarawak, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Amomum havilandii K. Schum.Hornstedtia longipes Ridl.
Also Known As
Panyun
References (2)
- Chai, P. P. K. (Ed), et al, 2000, A checklist of Flora, Fauna, Food and Medicinal Plants. Lanjak Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarawak. Forestry Malaysia & ITTO. p 164, 170
- Siong, K. H., 2003, Indigenous Fruits of Sarawak. Forest Department Sarawak. p 163
