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Mimusops monosperma

Family: Sapotaceae


What it is like

A straggling plant. It has spines. The leaves are alternate and twice divided. The stalk has prickles. The flowers are in heads in the axils of leaves. The pods are long and flat.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Northeastern India


How it is used for food

The seeds are sometimes eaten.

Edible parts

Seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Kauri kanta

Synonyms