Agai
Bridelia glabrifolia
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A small shrubby tree. The branches are finely branched and smooth. The leaves are alternate and papery. They are blunt at the base and slightly green underneath. The flowers are borne in small bundles in the axils of leaves. The fruit are round purplish black when ripe and smooth. See Bridelia tomentosa
There are about 60 Bridelia species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. They are found in areas of shrub throughout the Philippines.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit