Baccaurea deflexa
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows about 30 m tall. The leaves are in groups near the ends of twigs. They are alternate and simple. They are hairy underneath. The flowers are about 1.5 mm across and in unbranched groups. They are yellow to white. The fruit are about 2 cm long. They are a greenish yellow colour. They are fleshy. The seeds are covered with an orange coat or aril.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 200 m above sea level. It grows on alluvial and dry sandy soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
It is a cultivated plant.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ancia, Jentihan, Keliwan, Lubi, Mata tingan, Tampoi