Garcinia rostrata
Family: Clusiaceae
What it is like
A moderate sized tree.
There are about 300 Garcinia species. The extracts from several Garcinia species inhibit NO (nitric oxide) production.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It suits well drained alluvial soils in lowlands and mountain forests. It grows up to 1,300 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indochina, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, SE Asia, Singapore, Thailand
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kayu peuris, Loli, Lulai
Synonyms
Discostigma caudatum A. Gray; Discostigma rostratum Hassk.; Garcinia wrayi King;