Sabia purpurea
Family: Sabiaceae
What it is like
A woody climber. The flowers are in single clusters of 3-12 flowers. These are 3-4.5 cm long. The fruit are oval and fleshy and 5-7 mm long.
There are about 19 (30) Sabia species. They are in Asia.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. In Nepal it grows between 1,600-2,100 m above sea level. It grows in subtropical broad-leaved forests.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Thailand
How it is used for food
Sold in markets.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
In Bhutan plants flower in February to April.