Leptosolena haenkei
Family: Zingiberaceae
What it is like
A ginger family herb.
There is only one Leptosolena species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Pacific, Philippines (country/location of origin), SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Panawil, Poli
Synonyms
Alpinia leptosolenia K. Schum.; Leptosolena auriculata Elmer [Invalid]; Leptosolena insignis Ridl.;