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Kariis PRODUCT NAME

Garcinia mindanaensis Merr. SCIENTIFIC NAME

Common Name: Kariis
Local Name: Gatasan, Kariis (Bukidnon).
Family: Guttiferae 
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Product Description: A tree reaching a height of about 10m and a diameter of about 15 centimeters. The leaves are opposite, pointed at both ends, 13-18cm long, and 4-8cm wide. The male flowers are red, and occur in axillary fascicles. The petals are 4 in number, and about 7mm long
NTFP Classification: Food and food ingredients (plant-derived)

DISTRIBUTION

Countries Found: Philippines 
Description: This species is has been reported only from Mindanao and Basilan 

USES AND PARTS USED

Parts Used: fruits 
Uses: The fruit is edible 
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Partners: Bureau of Forestry, Philippines

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