Rhamnella gilgitica
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Summary
Source: WikipediaRhamnella gilgitica is a species of plant in the family Rhamnaceae. It occurs in Pakistan.
Description
A shrub. It grows 2 m tall. It loses its leaves during the year. The leaves are dark green above and grey underneath. They are narrowly sword shaped and 2-5 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. The flowers are yellowish-green. The fruit is a flattened round shape and orange when ripe. They are 6-8 mm long by 3-4 mm wide.
Edible Uses
The fruit is eaten.
Distribution
It is a subtropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, China, Pakistan,
References (1)
- Khan, D. & Shaukat, S.S., 2006, The Fruits of Pakistan: Diversity, Distribution, Trends of Production and Use. Int. J. Biol. Biotech., 3(3):463-499
