Embelia cotinoides
(S.Moore) Merr.
Myrsinaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A woody climber. The leaves are in spirals. They are narrowly oval and pale green underneath. The fruit are round and have purple spots when ripe.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 30 m altitude.
Where It Grows
Papua New Guinea, PNG,
Also Known As
Oukahep pok
References (1)
- Flora of Papua New Guinea Lae National Herbarium
