Diospyros filipendula
Family: Ebenaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 10-12 m tall. The bark is grey to brown. The leaves are oval and rounded at the base and taper to the tip. They are alternate. They are 4-6 cm long by 2-4 cm wide. Male flowers are in the axils of leaves in clusters of 2-3. Female flowers occur singly. The petals are white.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in dense forest. It grows between 50-400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Cambodia, Indochina, Laos, SE Asia, Thailand, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ambengprah, Khan chong, Koh, Mark, Phoh' phe', Thi lac, Vat-oc