Otaheite Walnut
Aleurites trisperma

a.k.a. Lumbang Tree
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Candlenut relative and a commercial source of tung oil.


Uses

Tung oil can be extracted from the fruits.

Plant Cultivation

Description: Medium sized tree much the candlenut in growth and appearance. Grows to 30-60ft.
Growing Environment: Grows well in tropical and subtropical areas, and should succeed where the candlenut can.
Hardiness: Hardy to the upper 20's (F).
Propagation: By seed.

Origin and Distribution
Native Range: Native to Asia.

Related Species
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Aleurites moluccana Candlenut
Baccaurea angulata Tampoi Belimbing
Baccaurea ramiflora Mafai
Phyllanthus acidus Otaheite Gooseberry
Phyllanthus emblica Emblic

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