Plagiostachys uviformis
Family: Zingiberaceae
What it is like
A ginger family herb.
There are about 200-230 Alpinia species. They are mostly tropical and subtropical.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in Sulawesi and Maluku
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Brazil, Indonesia (country/location of origin), SE Asia, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp around the seeds is eaten. The rhizome is used as a spice.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Alpinia annabellae Ridl.; Alpinia uviformis (L.) Horan.; Globba uviformis L.; Languas uviformis Burkill;