Elaeocarpus lacunosus
Family: Elaeocarpaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 20 m tall. The branches have white spots and the young branches are hairy. The leaves are broadly sword shaped and 8-17 cm long by 4-7 cm wide. The flwoering stalks are 5-12 cm long with many flowers. The fruit is oval and 3.5 cm long by 2-3 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Me li