Beleric Myrobalan (Terminalia bellirica)

Family: Combretaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Terminalia bellirica is a deciduous Tree growing to 35 m (114ft) by 35 m (114ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant flavour, the smooth-skinned fruit is about 3cm in diameter. — The seeds are edible.; They are possibly toxic or narcotic.; Eating the seeds in any but small quantities can lead to narcotic effects.; The dark red fruits are edible.

Habitat & North American Range

Scattered forests, sunny mountain slopes, one of the upper layer trees of stream valleys and lower seasonal rain forests at elevations of 500 - 1,400 metres. (Zone 10)