Hara
Leea aculeata
Family: Vitaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 11 m tall. The trunk can be 18 cm across. The stems are spiny. The leaves are alternate. There are teeth along the edge. The flowers are white, pink or yellow. They occur in groups. The fruit is fleshy and 13 mm across. They are red to blue or purple when ripe.
Also put in the family Leeaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows along rivers and in swampy areas. It can be on limestone. It grows up to 700 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia (country/location of origin), Philippines (country/location of origin), SE Asia
How it is used for food
Young leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds.
Its other names
Local names
Bulindunau, Lea amamali, Garadat, Mali-mali, Sipitkayin