Allaeanthus kurzii explained

Allaeanthus kurzii is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a dioecious shrub native to Southeast Asia where it is found in tropical rainforests or seasonal tropical forests.[1] Its synonym is Broussonetia kurzii. The synonym is an old name and because of its prefix "Broussonetia" , sometimes misplaced to Broussonetia group in plant taxonomy map.

Uses

Known as Thai: salae (สะแล) in Thailand, this species is valued as a medicinal plant. Its little spherical flower buds are also a food item in Thai cuisine.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=2&taxon_id=242309183 Flora of China: Broussonetia kurzii
  2. http://www.qsbg.org/database/plantdb/mdp/medicinal-specimen.asp?id=671 Broussonetia kurzii (Hook.f.) Corner - สะแล, สากแล Sa lae