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Sterculia coccinea

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A tree.

An unresolved name in The Plant List.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, India, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia


How it is used for food

The tender fruit or follicles are eaten cooked. The seeds are fried or roasted and cooked.

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Nak sepata, Sagla papio, Sungkorong

Synonyms