The treatment 'The Myricaceae of the United States and Canada: genera, subgenera, and series.' by Wilbur R.L., published in Sida 16:, , proposed dividing the genus Myrica into three genera. This seems to be gaining acceptance and so this species has now been moved from Myrica to the genus Morella[].

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General Information

Morella javanica is a much branched shrub or small tree, growing from 2 - 10 metres tall, with a crooked bole and rather dense crown[].
It is sometimes gathered from the wild for its edible fruit and for fuel. It is also used in reforestation projects.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

Southeast Asia - Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea.

Habitat

Prefers sunny, open sites, often on volcanic ridges, where it is a pioneer species that can become gregarious[]. It is often the dominant species in dense forest[]. It is found at elevations from 900 - 3,300 metres[].

Properties

Edibility Rating
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Tree
Height	5.00 m
Cultivation Status	Cultivated, Wild

Cultivation Details

The plant flowers throughout the year[].

Edible Uses

Fruit - edible but insipid[].

Medicinal

None known

Agroforestry Uses:

The tree is a pioneer species and is used in reforestation projects[].

Other Uses

The wood is valued as a fuel and makes an excellent charcoal[].

Propagation

Seed -

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