Lowland alangium tree
Alangium ridleyi

Family: Cornaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows about 30 m tall. The trunk can be 70 cm across. The leaves are alternate and simple. The flowers are about 3 cm across. They are white and in small groups in the axils of leaves. The petals are long and narrow and curve downwards. The fruit are about 2.5 cm long. They are red to purple and fleshy. The white layer around the seeds is edible.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mixed forest. It grows from sea level to about 350 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, SE Asia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, aril

How it is grown

Plants can be grown by seeds.

Its other names

Local names

Lajik kuning, Medong, Pohon alangi medang

Synonyms

Marlea costata Valeton [Illegitimate]