Drypetes kikir
Family: Putranjivaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows about 36 m high. The leaves are alternate and simple They are leathery. The flowers are 3 mm across. They are greenish-yellow. They are in groups in the axils of leaves. The fruit are 1.5 cm long and orange and fleshy.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in the rain forest up to 1,500 m above sea level. It is usually on sandy soils.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Gambe, Katong-katong, Kayu kikir, Kikir, Nyalin