Steganthera salomonensis

Family: Monimiaceae

What it is like

A shrub or small tree. It grows 2-20 m tall. The leaves are oval and 32 cm long by 12 cm wide. They can be much smaller. They are rounded or wedge shaped at the base and taper to the tip. The flowers can be on leafy shoots or on the trunk.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands

How it is used for food

The leaves are chewed as a stimulant like betel nut.

Edible parts

Leaves chewed - stimulant

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Potea potea

Synonyms

Hedycarya salomonensis Hemsl.;