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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