Pring thma
Syzygium tinctorium
Family: Myrtaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 20-25 m tall.
The leaves are used in medicine for skin infections.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in dense secondary forests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Cambodia, Indochina, Laos, SE Asia, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The fruit is eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Ha, Va dong, Wa leng
Synonyms
Eugenia tinctoria Gagnep.;