STAR GOOSEBERRY, Phyllanthus distichus

 Also know as Otaheite Gooseberry or Tahitian Gooseberry , this curious and ornamental small tropical tree features a bushy crown, red flowers and abundant waxy yellow fruit. It is natïve to India and Madagascar where it is popular for its medicinal values and as an ingredient in sweet relishs and preserves.Its popularity has spread it widely throughout Asia and the Pacific and occasionally spotted throughout Central America. The young leaves are also cooked as a green.

While tolerant to most soil types, it prefers moist sites in the full sun in the sub/tropics.

140mm | $9.90 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |

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Star Gooseberry

Stew with apple and lots of sugar and it will taste like stewed Rhubarb | Megan Osmond - Adelaide, SA 08-Mar-2007

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