Kydia, Tabyang
Garcinia kydia
Family: Clusiaceae
What it is like
A tree. The edges of the leaves curl under. The flower stalks are 7 mm long. The fruit is small and yellow.
Where it is found
A tropical and subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Himalayas, India, Northeastern India, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
In NE India plants flower and fruit February to August.
Its other names
Local names
Denda duti, Dieng-soh-longksan, Tekra