Nam Nam Tree (Cynometra cauliflora)
Scientific Name: Cynometra cauliflora — Nam Nam, Nam-Nam Fruit.
Native Home: Malaysia and parts of Southeast Asia.
Height: 3–10 m.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Occasionally used for small local woodworking.
Harvesting: Fruits are picked when mature, often growing directly from the trunk and older branches.
Age to Harvest: Several years; timing varies with propagation and growing conditions.
Products: Fresh fruit, pickles, and local food preparations.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: The unusual, sour-sweet fruit is eaten fresh or used in regional dishes.
Global Spread: Grown mainly in Malaysia and nearby tropical Southeast Asian regions.
This is a different species from the trees we've covered above. Thailand's Department of Agriculture lists Cynometra cauliflora as Nam-Nam.
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