Garcinia xanthochymus (Himalayan Garcinia) - Image 15

Botanical names: Garcinia xanthochymus, Garcinia tinctoria

Common names: Himalayan Garcinia, False mangosteen, Gamboge

Family: Clusiaceae / Guttiferae

Origin: India, Bangladesh, Malaysia

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterEdible plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.
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