Maingay's tree
Aporosa microstachya
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 8 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Myanmar, SE Asia, Singapore, Thailand
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Beras-beras, Kangkong udang, Krim khao, Nipis kulit betina, Tampong pacat
Synonyms
Aporosa tulasneana Baill.; Lepidostachys griffithii Planch. ex Pax & K. Hoffm.; Scepa microstachya Tul.;