Tulanan
Jossinia tulanan

Family: Myrtaceae

What it is like

A small tree. The leaves are opposite, smooth and oval. They are somewhat pointed at both ends and are about 6 to 12 cm long. The flowers occur singly in clusters in the axils of leaves. They are white and smell and are about 1.5 cm across. The fruit are rounded, about 2.5 cm across and yellow.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. They occur throughout the Philippines. It grows at low altitudes.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Pacific, Philippines, SE Asia

How it is used for food

The fruit are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eugenia tulanan Merr.;