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Merenti
Ostodes sp.

Family: Euphorbiaceae


What it is like

A tree. The fruit are in bunches at the ends of branches. They are white when young.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in Sarawak.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia


How it is used for food

The fruit are harvested before splitting open and then the seeds are boiled with a little salt. The kernel is eaten. The are also preserved in brine.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants are grown from seeds.


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