Corynocarpus similis
Family: Corynocarpaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 12 m tall. The leaves are simple and dark green above but lighter green underneath. The leaves are broadly oval and 8-20 cm long by 5-10 cm wide. There are 6-10 pairs of veins. The leaf stalk is 2-3 cm long. The flowers are in a group at the ends of branches. These are 10 cm long. The flowers are white and small. The fruit are green, white or pale red. They are round or oval and 3-5 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. The flesh is juicy.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows well with humidity and shade. In Vanuatu it grows up to 1,300 m altitude.
Countries/locations it is found in
Pacific, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten cooked while slightly unripe and raw when fully ripe. Caution: The seed is toxic.
It is a famine food.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Asme, Gamea, Nakavika blong tevel, Tangbuiri, Watangbui