Ayo
Tetrastigma harmandii
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
A woody vine. It has simple tendrils. The leaves are compound with 3-7 leaflets. The fruit is an almost round berry. It is 1.5 cm across. It is brown. They are in clusters of 4-15.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in thickets at low and medium altitudes.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Cambodia, Cuba, Indochina, Laos, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia, Vietnam, West Indies
How it is used for food
The sour leaves and fruit are used to colour food. They are also used to sour fish dishes. The fruit can be cooked with other foods to add flavour. They can also be used for jellies.
Edible parts
Leaves, fruit, spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Alupidan, Arinat, Ariwat, Kantoop, Orro