Aporosa lanceolata
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAporosa lanceolata is a species of plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka.
Description
A tree. It grows 15 m tall. The branches are slender. The leaves are oblong to sword shaped and taper to the base. The flowers are very small and without stalks. They are yellow and in spikes. Male and female flowers are on separate trees. The fruit are small and in clusters in the axils of leaves. They are round and 2 valved. The pulp is yellow.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows as an understorey plant in rainforest.
Where It Grows
Asia, Sri Lanka,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Hin kebella
References (1)
- Ashton, M. S., et al 1997, A Field Guide to the Common Trees and Shrubs of Sri Lanka. WHT Publications Ltd. p 195
