ZZ Ardisia odontophylla

Family: Primulaceae

What it is like

A small shrub. It grows 50 cm tall. The leaves are narrowly oval and 8-16 cm long by 4-7 cm wide. The flowers are in the axils of the leaves. They are violet or pink.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Thailand

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Medicine

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Pasal, Sumpuh lumpok

Synonyms

Ardisia pavonia Buch.-Ham. ex A. DC.;