Pili nut, Java-almond
It is a tropical plant. It does well on limestone soils.
Also known as:
Chinese-olive, Gisau, Kenari nut-tree
Synonyms
- Canarium commune auct.
- Often confusion with Canarium indicum L.
Edible Portion
- Nuts, Seeds
Where does Pili nut grow?
Found in: Asia, Cook Islands, East Timor, Fiji, FSM, Hawaii, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pacific, Papua New Guinea, PNG, Pohnpei, Philippines, SE Asia, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, United States, Vanuatu
Notes: This plant is very similar to Canarium indicum but considered separate. The names have often been confused. There are 80-95 Canarium species.
Growing Pili nut, Java-almond
Cultivation: Plants are grown from seeds.
Edible Uses: The seeds are eaten. An oily mixture made from the seeds is used as a baby food.
Nutrition Info
per 100g edible portion| Edible Part | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Iron (mg) | Vitamin A (ug) | Vitamin c (mg) | Zinc (mg) | % Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuts | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Pili nut, Java-almond Photos
References
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