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General Information

Amomum lappaceum is a robust perennial plant producing leafy stems up to 3 metres tall from rhizomes that are at or near the soil surface. The stems are often supported by stilt roots]310].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a food.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Southeast Asia - Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia.

Habitat

Not known

Properties

Edibility Rating
Habit	Perennial
Height	2.50 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Not known

Edible Uses

The fruits, which in appearance resemble rambutans, are edible[]. The green, berry-like fruits are around 35mm x 25mm, and are covered with large fleshy spines[].

The seeds are used like cardamom as a flavouring for food[].

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed -

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