Phytocrene bracteata is commonly known as ‘nanas batu’ as it resembles the shape of nanas (pineapple) but is very hard. or some call it “banana root”. Phytocrene bracteata is a high climbing liana. This species produces one of the biggest fruit bunch among recorded lianas. It is widely distributed but rarely fruiting. This species is…

Pouteria caimito, the abiu (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɐˈbiw]), is a tropical fruit tree originated in the Amazonian region of South America. It grows to an average of 10 metres (33 ft) high, and can grow as high as 35 metres (115 ft) under good conditions. Its fruits’ shape varies from round to oval, pointed at the distal end. When…

Alocasia suhirmaniana, is a species of the genus alocasia in the Araceae family group, which is found in Sulawesi. Species Alocasia suhirmaniana, is endemic to Sulawesi. It has smooth leaves, especially when exposed to the morning sun. The luster of the peltate leaves in turquoise green close to purple exudes a strong mystical impression. The…

Blood starfruit or red star fruit (Baccaurea angulata) is a type of fruit belonging to the Phyllanthaceae (formerly: Euphorbiaceae) tribe. This fruit is still related to menteng and rambai, but its outer shape is similar to starfruit, with a thicker skin and a bright red color. Limited spread (endemic) on the island of Borneo, this…

Tampoi is one of the types of fruits that are widely known by people around the forests of West Kalimantan. Tampoi or tampui (Baccaurea deflexa), has a kinship relationship with nutmeg and rambi, but with a larger size. The weight of this fruit is around 130 grams, with a diameter of around 6 cm. Tampoi…