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Nephelium cuspidatum var. bassacense
Family: Sapindaceae
What it is like
A medium sized tree. It grows 20-25 m high. The trunk is 30-50 cm across.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in evergreen tropical forests below 400 m altitude. It is light demanding. It does well on thick, well-drained soil.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Cambodia, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia, Thailand, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The fruit is sour, sweet and eaten.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
It is a fast growing plant.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Nephelium bassacense Pierre;