Resak
Vatica rassak
Family: Dipterocarpaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 30 m tall. The trunk s 20-70 cm across. The leaves are simple and alternate. They are 10-30 cm long by 5-10 cm wide. The fruit are oblong capsules 4-5 cm long by 2-3 cm wide. There is one round seed 1 cm across.
The resin is poisonous. The resin is used to glaze foods.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows up to 400 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Resak tebong, Tawi-tawi narig