Salacca conferta
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A palm which does not have a stem. The fruit are very sour.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. They grow in swamps.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, SE Asia, Singapore
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten. They are also used in cooking in place of tamarind. They are used for seasoning curries.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Asam paya, Asam payo, Bayam, Kelubi, Kelumbi, Kubi, Kuwai-kuwai, Salak hutan
Synonyms
Zalacca conferta Griff.;