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Louvi
Flacourtia inermis
a.k.a. Rukam, Batoko Plum, Lori-Lori
Red-purple, grape-sized fruit with juicy flesh.
Seed Availability
Seeds are now available at our seed store.
Description
Small or medium sized tree that is very invasive in some tropical areas.
Hardiness
Unknown, but presumably not freeze hardy.
Growing Environment
Cultural information is unknown though it flourishes in tropical climates.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
The fruits are eaten fresh or cooked.
Native Range
Native to the Philippines, but has naturalized in tropical Asia and Africa.
Related Species
Salicaceae | |||
Azara petiolaris Holly Azara |
Dovyalis abyssinica Dovyalis abyssinica | ||
Dovyalis caffra Kei Apple |
Dovyalis hebecarpa Ketembilla | ||
Dovyalis zeyheri Wild Apricot |
Flacourtia indica Governor's Plum | ||
Flacourtia inermis Louvi |
Flacourtia jangomans Indian Plum | ||
Flacourtia rukam Rukam |