Microcos globulifera

Family: Malvaceae

What it is like

A tree. It grows 13-18 m tall. The trunk is 25 cm across. The bark is smooth. The leaves are 12-23 cm long by 8-12 cm wide. The fruit are pear shaped. They are 2.5 cm long and turn yellow when ripe.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Malaysia, SE Asia, Singapore

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Chenderai rimba, Damak-damak, Dedamak, Menamak, Salut sabul

Synonyms

Grewia globulifera Mast.;