Spondias dulcis – Native Plant Search

Native Range

A native plant refers to a species of plant that has naturally evolved and grown in a particular geographic area without any human intervention or introduction. These plants have adapted to the local climate, soil, and ecological conditions over an extended period of time, often thousands of years. Because of this co-evolution with their specific environment, native plants have developed characteristics that make them well-suited to the local ecosystem and provide essential resources for local wildlife.

Native plants play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of an area. They provide food and habitat for native wildlife, support pollinators like bees and butterflies, and contribute to the overall health of the ecosystem. Additionally, native plants often require fewer resources like water and fertilizers compared to non-native or exotic plants that may not be well-suited to the local environment.

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Native Continent

Asia-Tropical, Australasia

Asia-Tropical

Solomon Islands,

Australasia

Bismarck Archipelago, Maluku, New Guinea, Santa Cruz Island, Solomon Islands,

Natural Habitat

Edible Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. When green, the fruit is crisp and subacid. As the fruit ripens to a yellow colour, the flesh softens; the flavour changes and the fibres become more noticeable. The ripe amber-coloured, plum-shaped fruits have a sweet to acid, slightly turpentine flavour. They can be made into jams, marmalade etc. Unripe fruits are often used as a sour flavouring in sauces, soups etc. The unripe fruit contains about 10% pectin. The oblong fruit is up to 10cm long x 8cm wide. Young leaves - raw or cooked. Pleasantly acid. Steamed and eaten as a vegetable.