Baccaurea edulis
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 24 m tall. The leaves are grouped at the ends of twigs. They are alternate and simple. They are slightly hairy underneath. The flowers are about 1.3 mm across. They are yellow-cream. The fruit are about 3 cm long. They are yellowish brown. They grow in the trunks. The seeds have a white to yellow layer or aril.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 700 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sarawak, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Apor-apor, Kapul, Kapul putih, Kulibon, Pasin, Pendal nyumbo, Puak, Pugi, Tampoi