Salacca sabahensis
Family: Arecaceae
What it is like
A palm. It grows 5 m tall to the top of the leaves. It has a short stem just above the ground. The fruit are reddish purple when ripe.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 25 m altitude.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Malaysia, Sabah, SE Asia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Jilumon, Sumsum