Malacca tree
Phyllanthus pectinatus
Family: Phyllanthaceae
What it is like
A large tree. The leaves have leaflets along the stalk. The flowers are small and in a dense group. The fruit are fleshy and top shaped.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fruit are used in preserves.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed.
Its other names
Local names
Asam melaka, Laka laka, Melaka
Synonyms
Diasperus pectinatus (Hook.f.) Kuntze; Emblica pectinata (Hook.f.) Ridl.;