Eriolobus indica
Family: Rosaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 8-12 m tall. It loses its leaves during the year. The fruit contain 3-12 seeds.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. In Sikkim it grows between 900-1,800 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Bhutan, Himalayas, India, Nepal, Northeastern India, Sikkim
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw and also used for pickles.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed. Seeds germinate in 35-60 days. Plants can be grown from cuttings.
In Sikkim fruit are available November and December.
Its other names
Local names
Mehal, Mehel