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Sandpaper fig
This small fig occurs along watercourses in Rainforest and open areas. An attractive tree with sandpapery leaves and edible fruit. Grows densely in full sun, less so in shade. Very good for stream bank stablilisation.
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This slender tree is crowned with large velvety leaves when young. The fruit is yellow-brown and hairy. The flesh is a yellow-orange colour, is sour but pleasant, and has been used in making jams and refreshing drinks. Bird attracting.
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This close relative of the Mango is a native tropical rainforest tree. The deep purple edible plum-like fruits need to be held for some days to soften and mellow. Exceptional hardy and can cope with long dry periods once it is established.
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Also known as Indian Mulberry. Medium sized fruit with knobby yellow-green segments. Flesh is usually milky white, juicy, with a fetid odor. The noni has a long list of scientifically documented and undocumented medicinal benefits.
