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Dracontomelon duperreanum
Species of tree From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Dracontomelon duperreanum[1] or Indochina Dragonplum is a tree species Anacardiaceae, with no subspecies listed in the Catalogue of Life.[2]
It is found in southern China (Yunnan, Guangxi, Guangdong) and Vietnam (especially in the north - centre); its name in Vietnamese is long cóc, sấu trắng or simply sấu.
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Uses
The fruits of the Indochina Dragonplum tree are used in Vietnamese cuisine, often preserved with souring agents or cooked with duck. After being preserved in sugar, it can be used to make a cooling drink in summer.[3]
Exportation
On August 3, 2021, Vietnam exported 22 tons of the fruit to Australia.[4][5]
Gallery
Sấu in Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park.
Bark of young D. duperreanum
Sấu ngâm mắm
Candied fruits
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