Dabai Tree (Canarium odontophyllum)
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Scientific Name: Canarium odontophyllum — Dabai, also called the Borneo olive.
Native Home: Borneo, especially Sarawak and nearby parts of Southeast Asia.
Height: Usually 20–40 m in the wild.
Lifespan: Several decades; exact lifespan is not well documented.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Used locally for general wood products.
Harvesting: Fruits are picked when mature and dark purple-black.
Age to Harvest: Commonly several years after planting; timing depends on growing conditions.
Products: Edible fruits, fruit paste, and locally prepared foods.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: The fruit is often softened in warm water before eating with salt or other seasonings.
Global Spread: Mainly cultivated in Borneo and still uncommon in international markets.
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