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Cleistanthus monoicus

Family: Phyllanthaceae


What it is like

A shrub or small tree.

It has also been put in the family Euphorbiaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Morkunhi-sikheri, Pat-kunhi

Synonyms

Bridelia loureiroi Hook. & Arn. [Illegitimate]; Bridelia monoica (Lour.) Merr.; Clutia monoica Lour.; Kaluhaburunghos monoicus (Lour.) Kuntze;