Diospyros rhodocalyx

Family: Ebenaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 15 m tall. The leaves are simple and alternate. They are oval and 3-12 cm long by 3-7 cm wide. Male and female flowers are separate. They are white. Female flowers occur singly. The fruit is a round berry.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia, Thailand, Vietnam

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Trees are transplanted.

Its other names

Local names

Bak ko, Maak koo, Tako na, Thi den

Synonyms

Diospyros chevalieri Lecomte [Illegitimate]; Diospyros finetii Lecomte;