Pakiling
Ficus odorata
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
A fig. It is a medium sized tree or shrub. The smaller branches are long and usually hang down. The leaves have a sweet smell while drying and end with a blunt point. They are heart shaped at the base and the lobes are very unequal in size and shape. The edges of the leaves can be entire or toothed. The fruit are in the axils of leaves and mostly produced singly although sometimes in pairs.
There are about 800-1000 Ficus species. They are mostly in the tropics. There are 120 Ficus species in tropical America.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. Throughout the Philippines they are confined to water sources.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia
How it is used for food
The fleshy portion of the fruit and the seeds are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds