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Bleasdalea lutea

Family: Proteaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 8 m tall. The trunk is 30 cm across. The flowers are yellow. The fruit are black.

It is a species protected from forestry activities in Vanuata.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded on Tanna Island at 400 m above sea level and up to 1,800 m. It grows in humid forests.

Countries/locations it is found in

Fiji, Pacific, Vanuatu


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Lehelebo

Synonyms

Kermadecia lutea Guillaumin; Turrillia lutea (Gillaumin) A. C. Sm.