Gnetum gnemon

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Dendrobium spectabile

Gnetum gnemon

Japanese Camellia

Japanese Rice Paper Plant

Mahonia hybrid

Rosy Periwinkle

Scientific Name: Gnetum gnemon

Family: Gnetaceae

Information:

Gnetums occur in both the old and new world tropics and grow as both trees and climbing vines. The leaves of both the Asian and African species are prepared as a cooked vegetable, while in Southeast Asia the fruits are cooked and eaten like popcorn.

Garden Location:

Tropical Rotunda