Glochidion hongkongense
Mull.Arg.
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Description
A shrub or tree. It grows 9 m tall. The trunk is 28 cm across. The leaves are oval and 7-20 cm long by 4-11 cm wide. The flowers are in groups near the axils of the leaves. The fruit are 10-12 mm across.
Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten, though they are astringent.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are eaten but are astringent.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows between 400-1,100 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, SE Asia, Thailand,
Synonyms
Phyllanthus hongkongense (Mull.Arg.) Mull.Arg.
References (1)
- van Welzen, P.C., Flora of Thailand.
