Gardenia turgida

Synonym(s):

Ceriscoides turgida

Uses

India (Uttar Pradesh, Balrampur region): unripe fruit boiled and eaten in July and August, after which it ripens and become poisonous.

Additional Information

Name Authority:

Roxb.

Vernaculars:

Hindi: Kharhar ka phal

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Rubiaceae

 Plant Locations:

• Asia
  • India
    • Uttar Pradesh
      • Balrampur

 Plant References:

• INNES

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