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General Information

Burckella fijiensis is an evergreen tree with a dense crown; it can grow 25 metres or more tall. The straight bole can be 30cm or more in diameter[, ].
The plant provides a popular fruit within its range and also supplies a useful timber. It is often harvested from the wild and is sometimes grown as a fruit crop within its native range[, ].

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Pacific - Fiji.

Habitat

Dense forest, forest edges at an elevation from sea level to 825 metres[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Medicinal Rating
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Evergreen Tree
Height	20.00 m
Cultivation Status	Cultivated, Wild

Cultivation Details

Succeeds in full sun and in moderate shade[]. Tolerates dry conditions, though grows best in a moist soil[].

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw or roasted[]. Ripe fruits are soft and fragrant with a delicious, delicate-tasting tasting flesh[]. The brown fruit can be 6 - 8cm in diameter[].

Medicinal

The leaves are used medicinally[].

Other Uses

All parts of the plant contain an abundant white latex[].

A useful timber tree[]. The wood is sometimes used for spears and the frameworks of houses[, ].

Propagation

Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe[].
Cuttings. These can be difficult to establish[].

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