Clausena heptaphylla
Family: Rutaceae
What it is like
A shrub.
There are about 23-30 Clausena species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Indochina, Laos, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The leaves are chewed with betel leaves. They are used as flavouring..
Edible parts
Leaves, fruit
How it is grown
In India plants flower and fruit April to December.
Its other names
Local names
Dieng-siang-mat, Karumphul, Taw-pyin-daw-thein
Synonyms
Amyris anisata Roxb. ex Steud.; Amyris heptaphylla Roxb. ex DC.; Clausena heptaphylla var. engleri (Tanaka) Swingle; Clausena macrophylla Hook.f.;