Ryparosa kostermansii
Family: Achariaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows about 30 m tall. The leaves are alternate and simple. They are whitish underneath. The flowers are 3 mm across. The fruit are about 2 cm across.
Also put in the Flacourtiaceae family.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mixed forest up to 800 m above sea level. It can be on clay or sandy soil. It grows in Borneo.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Berukun, Betikel, Dayu, Kakapasan, Lembuan