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Sphenodesma pentandra

Family: Verbenaceae


What it is like

A woody climber.


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Indochina, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, SE Asia, Vietnam


How it is used for food

The nectar of the flowers is eaten.

It is eaten especially by children.

Edible parts

Nectar


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Akar ketu-ketu, Akar lintang ruas, Akar subang, Akar tanak rimau, Arkeng-ke-et, Baking-raprikang, Bunga kertas, Sli khle resaw, Tukhakararing

Synonyms

Roscoea pentandra Roxb.;