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Willughbeia sarawakensis
Willughbeia sarawakensis
Another of the strangely rare and virtually unknown Willughbeia species, this having orange-brown skinned fruits with reportedly delicious orange colored pulp flavored like sherbet. The fruits are roughly pear shaped.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the Willughbeia sarawakensis. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in April 2016.
Description
A large, vigorously growing jungle liana. Little other information is available about this species.
Hardiness
Unknown, but likely not frost hardy.
Growing Environment
Flourishes in a humid, tropical environment.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
The fruits can be eaten fresh.
Native Range
Native to Borneo.
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