Inocarpus fagifer (Tahitian Chestnut)

Inocarpus fagifer, Tahitian Chestnut, Polynesian Chestnut

Botanical name: Inocarpus fagifer

Common names: Tahitian Chestnut, Polynesian Chestnut

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Southeast Asia, Australia

Large tree taller than 20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousFragrant plant

The seed is toxic when raw but edible when cooked.



Inocarpus fagifer, Tahitian Chestnut, Polynesian Chestnut


Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/inocarpus_fagifer.htm