Bitmara, Dieng-chhi, Bhimona
Ceriscoides campanulata
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A large shrub or small tree. The leaves are opposite. The flowers are of two forms. The fruit is a flattened round shape. They have 5 ridges.
There are about 200 Gardenia species.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows up to 400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Nepal, Northeastern India
How it is used for food
The fruit are cooked and eaten. The leaves are cooked and eaten.
Edible parts
Leaves, fruit, flowers
How it is grown
In NE India plants flower and fruit March to November.
Its other names
Local names
Gandhaphaji, Pedar, Soh-mai
Synonyms
Gardenia blumeana DC.; Gardenia campanulata Roxb. Genipa campanulata (Roxb.) Baill.; Gardenia florida L.; ?