Xanthophyllum hainanense
Family: Polygalaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 5-20 m tall. The bark is grey and has thin cracks along it. The leaves are oval and 4-12 cm long by 2-5 cm wide. The fruit is yellowish and about 2 cm across It can be hairy. The seed is yellowish and 8 mm across.
Also put in the family Xanthophyllaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain forests between 100-600 m above sea level. It grows in Hainan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Indochina, Myanmar, SE Asia, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
In China plants flower March to May and fruit April to July.
Its other names
Local names
Laiziyu