Genus Vateria Rank Species | ||
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Similar Vateria, Dipterocarpus hispidus, Dipterocarpus zeylanicus, Vateria indica, Hopea | ||
Vateria copallifera is a species of plant in the Dipterocarpaceae family. It is endemic to Sri Lanka. Fruits have a bitter taste. Traditionally people in the surrounding villages of the tree growing areas collect fruits for preparation of various food items.
Culture
Known as හල් (hal) in Sinhala.
References
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