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General Information

Plectocomiopsis geminiflora is a clump-forming, evergreen palm with vigorous, climbing stems that can be 30 metres or more long and up to 60mm in diameter. The plant often forms dense thickets[].
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a food and a source of materials. The apical bud is commonly sold as a vegetable in local markets in some parts of its range.

Known Hazards

The apical bud has a bitter flavour. It is locally esteemed as a food in Sarawak, though in Peninsular Malaysia it is considered to be poisonous[].

Botanical References

Range

Southeast Asia - southern Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia

Habitat

Lowland or montane rain forest, usually in disturbed places where there is more light; at elevations up to 800 metres[]

Properties

Edibility Rating
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Evergreen Climber
Height	25.00 m
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Not known

Edible Uses

The palm heart is eaten[]. Delicious[]. Although the flavour is bitter, the palm heart is highly esteemed in Sarawak, and it is commonly sold in village markets[]. It is considered to be poisonous in Peninsula Malaysia[].

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The cane seems only to be used for coarse basketware and cordage[].
The stems are of little value, being prone to split when bent, and are used only in coarse basketry.

Propagation

Seed -

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