Excavatia littoralis
(Merr.) Markgr.
Labusei
Apocynaceae Edible: Seeds
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A small tree. The leaves occur in layers of 3 or 4 and are smooth and pointed at both ends. The flowers are yellow and have a slender round ring of petals forming a tube.
Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten raw or cooked.
Traditional Uses
The seeds are eaten raw or cooked.
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Distribution
A tropical plant. They are found throughout the Philippines.
Where It Grows
Asia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia,
Synonyms
Ochrosia littoralis Merr.
References (2)
- Brown, W.H., 1920, Wild Food Plants of the Philippines. Bureau of Forestry Bulletin No. 21 Manila. p 148 (As Ochrosia littoralis)
- Monsalud, M.R., Tongacan, A.L., Lopez, F.R., & Lagrimas, M.Q., 1966, Edible Wild Plants in Philippine Forests. Philippine Journal of Science. p 442
