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Description

A medium sized shrub or tree growing to 20-30 feet.

Hardiness

Hardy to the upper 20's (F), perhaps to as low as 25F for very brief periods of time. This species is likely suitable to both subtropical and tropical environments.

Growing Environment

Grows wild in lowland, rainforest areas so the species thrives in humid, tropical environments.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Fruits can be eaten fresh or processed into juices, jams and jellies. The tree is occasionally grown for its timber.

Native Range

Exact wild range is unknown, but is likely southeast Asia and/or India. The species is heavily cultivated in these areas and there are a number of feral populations.

Related Species

Salicaceae
	Azara petiolaris Holly Azara		Dovyalis abyssinica Dovyalis abyssinica
	Dovyalis caffra Kei Apple		Dovyalis hebecarpa Ketembilla
	Dovyalis zeyheri Wild Apricot		Flacourtia indica Governor's Plum
	Flacourtia inermis Louvi		Flacourtia jangomans Indian Plum
	Flacourtia rukam Rukam