| Seashore Mangosteen | |
| Garcinia hombroniana | |
| a.k.a. Luli |
Rare, little-known fruit native to southeast Malaysia. Fruits are small but of excellent flavor. This species is believed by some to be one of the two natural hybridizing parents of the mangosteen.
Description: Small tree, very little is known about cultural requirements.
Hardiness: Unknown.
Growing Environment: It naturally grows near seashores, so it likely salt and sand tolerant. Probably not hardy below 40-45F.
Propagation: By seeds.
Uses: Fruits are eaten fresh.
Native Range: Native to southeast Asia.