Memecylon pauciflorum
Family: Melastomataceae
What it is like
A shrub or small tree. It grows 5 m high. The leaves are oval. They are 3 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. They are shiny and light green. They have prominent midrib. The flowers are white or blue. The fruit is a green berry. It turns blue or black when ripe.
Also put in the family Memecylaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows near the coast. It can be in rainforest or open woodland.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia (country/location of origin), China, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, SE Asia, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings.