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Antidesma montanum var. wallichii

(Tul.) Petra Hoffm.

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Antidesma montanum is a species of tree in the family Phyllanthaceae, native to Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines. It can grow up to 10 m (33 ft). The fruits are edible. Four varieties have been accepted, each of which has multiple synonyms, which include Antidesma obliquinervium for A. montanum var. montanum.

Description

A tropical shrub or small tree in the Phyllanthaceae family.

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Edible Uses

The shoots are eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Asia, SE Asia, Thailand,

Synonyms

Antidesma martabanicum C. Presl.and others

Also Known As

Sommao

References (1)

  • Jiwajinda, S., et al, 2002, Suppressive Effects of Edible Thai Plants on Superoxide and Nitric Oxide Generation. Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention, Vol 3, 2002 (As Antidesma martabanicum)

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