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Gamboge
Garcinia tinctoria (G. xanthochymus)
a.k.a. False Mangosteen, Yellow Mangosteen  


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Golden yellow berry fruit, 3-4" in diameter with a yellow, juicy, and acidic pulp usually containing two seeds. Flavor is quite tasty, and a bit sour.

Description: Medium sized tree with large leaves. Flowering occurs between March and May.

Hardiness: Trees are fairly hardy, easily surviving temperatures to 32F with no injury. Protection should be given if temperatures drop below 32F for any length of time.

Growing Environment: Unknown, but trees seem to need little care other than regular water.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: Fruits can be eaten fresh out of hand. Often used in making jams. Can be used as a substitute for tamarind in cooking. Fruit juice and bark extract are used as dyes.

Native Range: Native range from India through Malay peninsula.

Local Adaptation
Florida - Grows very well with little care neccessary in Southern Florida.