Garcinia microstigma
Family: Clusiaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It has one stem It grows 2 m tall. The fruit is about the size of a plum. The skin is deep red.
There are about 300 Garcinia species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andamans, Asia, India, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The very young leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves, fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Jirladum-da, Odorma-da, Taung-thale-ani