Mallotus multiglandulosa
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A small tree. It grows 4-10 m tall. The trunk can be 30 cm across.
There are about 140 Mallotus species. They grow in the tropics.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indochina, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Marianas, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, SE Asia, Solomon Islands, Taiwan, Vietnam
How it is used for food
It is used to sweeten cereal flour.
Edible parts
Leaves - flavouring