Flacourtia inermis
Flacourtia inermis
Flacourtia inermis (pronunciation: fla-COURT-ia in-ERM-is), also known as the Lovely Flacourtia or Batoko Plum, is a species of flowering plant in the family Salicaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Etymology
The genus name, Flacourtia, is named after Etienne de Flacourt, a 17th-century French governor of Madagascar. The species epithet, inermis, is derived from Latin and means 'unarmed' or 'spineless', referring to the lack of thorns on this species compared to other members of the genus.
Description
Flacourtia inermis is a small to medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of 5-12 meters. The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a serrated margin. The flowers are small and greenish, while the fruit is a round, red berry about 2-3 cm in diameter.
Uses
The fruit of Flacourtia inermis is edible and is often used in jams and jellies. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture and other wooden items.
Related Terms
- Flacourtia: The genus to which Flacourtia inermis belongs.
- Salicaceae: The family of flowering plants that includes Flacourtia inermis.
- Etienne de Flacourt: The French governor of Madagascar after whom the genus Flacourtia is named.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flacourtia inermis
- Wikipedia's article - Flacourtia inermis
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