Elaeocarpus ferrugineus
Family: Elaeocarpaceae
What it is like
A tree.
There are about 360 Elaeocarpus species mostly in the tropics.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia, Singapore
How it is used for food
The fruit are sour and are eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Chemantong merah, Kayu seburu, Medang asam, Medang manik, Medang musang, Tampoi tugas
Synonyms
Elaeocarpus borneensis Knuth; Elaeocarpus jackianus Wall. ex King [Illegitimate]; Elaeocarpus jackii Muell. [Illegitimate] Monocera ferruginea Jack;