Sarcosperma paniculatum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSarcosperma paniculatum is a tree in the family Sapotaceae. The specific epithet paniculatum means 'loosely branched', referring to the flowers.
Description
A tree. It grows 40 m tall. The trunk is 70 cm across. The flowers are yellow to greenish-white. The fruit is round and 2 cm across. It ripens to red or purple-black.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It grows between 130-1,300 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Apoia macrocarpa (Elmer) Merr.Bracea paniculata KingDiscocalyx macrocarpa ElmerSarcosperma breviracemosum H. J. Lam
Also Known As
Maharaja kayu
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
