Microcos paniculata

Microcos paniculata L., Sp. Pl. 1: 514 (1753).

 

Microcos paniculata L.

its native range is NE. Pakistan to S. China and Malesia.

Vietnamese name: 

Cò ke, bung lai, mé, gie la, chua ke, dan ke, don sa

Latin  name: 

Microcos paniculata L.;  Grewia microcos L.

Family: 

Tiliaceae

Uses: 

Fruit deworming. Leaves are used to treat colds, headaches, poor digestion, hepatitis.

Distribution: 

In  Vietnam: Lang Son, Quang Ninh, Nghe An, Da Nang. Natural trees are quite common in secondary forests.

Flowering season:

February to March results:

Fruit season: 

April-July