Dillenia Speciosa
An East Indian tree, bearing a fruit which is used in curries and for making jellies. Its slightly acid juice, sweetened with sugar, forms a cooling beverage. The wood is very tough, and is used for m...
An East Indian tree, bearing a fruit which is
used in curries and for making jellies. Its slightly acid juice,
sweetened with sugar, forms a cooling beverage. The wood is very
tough, and is used for making gun-stocks.
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