Khaohs bay kriem
Castanopsis pierrei
Family: Fagaceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 5-10 m tall.
There are about 120 Castanopsis species. Many have edible nuts.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in open forests at low altitudes below 200 m.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Cambodia, Indochina, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fruit are cooked in ashes then eaten.
Edible parts
Seeds, fruit, nuts