Mahoe
Alectryon macrococcum
Family: Sapindaceae
What it is like
A small tree. The leaves have leaflets along the stalk and one at the end. The flowers are in groups. They have yellowish hairs. The fruit is round and 2.5-5 cm across. They are brown. The seed has a bright red aril or layer around it.
There are 15-34 Electryon species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Hawaii, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pacific, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The flesh of the fruit is eaten. It is the aril or layer around the seed that is eaten. The fruit have also been used to prepare a liqueur.
Edible parts
Kernel, nuts, fruit