Glochidion hongkongense

Family: Phyllanthaceae

What it is like

A shrub or tree. It grows 9 m tall. The trunk is 28 cm across. The leaves are oval and 7-20 cm long by 4-11 cm wide. The flowers are in groups near the axils of the leaves. The fruit are 10-12 mm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 400-1,100 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, SE Asia, Thailand

How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten but are astringent.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Phyllanthus hongkongense (Mull.Arg.) Mull.Arg.;