Garcinia dulcis
About
Garcinia dulcis is a tropical fruit tree native to the Philippines, Java, Lesser Sunda Islands, eastern Indonesia, New Guinea and Queensland. It was domesticated early and spread inland into mainland Asia. It is commonly known as mundu or munu in Indonesia and Malaysia, baniti or taklang-anak in the Philippines, and maphuut or ma phut in Thailand. In English, it is sometimes known as yellow mangosteen, although that name is used for several other species as well.
- Family
- Clusiaceae
How to use it
Garcinia dulcis is valued not only for its delicious fruit but also for its ornamental appeal. The tree can be planted in gardens for its lush foliage and attractive fruit. Additionally, it plays a role in local ecosystems, providing food for various wildlife species.
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In the kitchen
The fruit of Garcinia dulcis is enjoyed fresh and is known for its sweet flavor. It can be eaten raw or used in desserts and drinks. However, if you're looking for a fruit to cook with, this one is best enjoyed fresh, as it is not commonly used in savory dishes.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Garcinia dulcis
- Slug
- garcinia-dulcis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Clusiaceae
- Genus
- Garcinia
- Species
- dulcis
- Wikidata QID
- Q2717605
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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