Microcos philippinensis (G.Perkins) Burret

Species

Angiosperms > Malvales > Malvaceae > Microcos

Characteristics

A small tree with alternate leaves. They are pointed at both ends and somewhat hairy, particularly on the lower surfaces. The fruit are 2 cm across, oval, yellowish and velvety.
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Environment

A tropical plant. They occur in the Ilocos regions, Pangasinan, Nueva Ecija and Batangas, growing in the forests at low altitudes in the Philippines.
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Forests at low elevations.
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Usage

The fruit are eaten raw.
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Cultivation

Can be grown by seedlings.
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Images

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Distribution

Microcos philippinensis world distribution map, present in Philippines

Conservation status

Microcos philippinensis threat status: Vulnerable

Identifiers

LSID urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:834851-1
WFO ID wfo-0000451656
COL ID 42TZ2
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Synonyms

Microcos philippinensis Grewia edulis Grewia philippinensis