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General Information

Memecylon caeruleum is an evergreen, few to many-branched shrub or small tree, usually growing 3 - 6 metres tal, but occasionally reaching 12 metres[].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a food, and possibly also for its wood.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

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Range

E. Asia - southern China, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia.

Habitat

Sparse to dense forests at elevations from 900 - 1,200 metres in southern China[]. Sandy open spots, edges of woods[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Habit	Evergreen Tree
Height	4.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

We have no specific information for this species, but in general the species in this genus succeed in full sun or in partial shade, growing best in a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil[].

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw[]. The purple to black, obovoid fruit is around 10 - 15mm in diameter with a succulent, juicy flesh[].

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

We have no specific information for this species, but in general the wood of Memecylon species is usually white to brown, very dense and heavy, sinking in water. It is also often very durable. Where the wood gets large enough it is often used traditionally for purposes such as poles, house posts, lumber and furniture[].
The wood of many species in the genus has a high calorific value and is often favoured as a fuel and for making charcoal[].

Propagation

Seed -
Air layering

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