Calappa palm
A tropical plant. It is widespread in Papua New Guinea. It grows in rainforest. It grows in well-drained rich soil with an abundance of moisture. It grows up to 1,000 m altitude. It grows in the Loyalty and Treasury Islands.
Also known as:
Boluru, Jawar, Jebug sari, Pinang hantu, Pinang kelapa, Pinang penawar, Pinang sendawa, Pomau, Vekaveke
Synonyms
- Actinorhytis pomau Becc.
- Areca calapparia Blume
- Areca cocoides Griff.
- Pinanga calapparia (Blume) H. Wendl. [Illegitimate]
- Ptychosperma calapparia (Blume) Miq.
- Seaforthia calapparia (Blume) Mart.
Edible Portion
- Kernel, Cabbage, Nuts masticatory, Palm heart
Where does Calappa palm grow?
Found in: Asia, Australia, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG, SE Asia, Solomon Islands
Notes: There are 2 Actinorhytis species.
Status: It is not known if it is used for food in Papua New Guinea.
Growing Calappa palm
Cultivation: Plants can be grown from seeds.
Edible Uses: The young nut is chewed like betel nut. It is very strong. The palm heart is eaten.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuts | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Palm heart | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Calappa palm Photos
References
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