Dillenia meliosmifolia
Family: Dilleniaceae
What it is like
A tall slender tree. It has stilt roots.
There are about 60 Dillenia species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in the hills.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fleshy layer or carpels around the fruit are sweet.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Simpoh bukit, Simpoh hutan, Simpoh jangkang, Simpoh jantan, Simpoh padi