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Gogo (Salacia macrophylla) - Seedling - LIVE PLANT

Gogo (Salacia macrophylla) - Seedling - LIVE PLANT

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Plant Insights and Care

Gogo (Salacia macrophylla), a distinctive shrub often found with a scrambling habit or as a true climber, is a notable presence in the forests of Eastern Asia. Its adaptation to various tropical environments showcases its versatility and ecological significance.

Key Points:

  • Origin: Native to Eastern Asia - western India, Andaman Isles, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, to New Britain, reflecting its wide adaptability to tropical climates.
  • Climate: Flourishes in tropical conditions, needing environments that replicate its native warm and humid settings.
  • Sun Exposure: Prefers locations that offer partial shade to full sun, adapting well to the diverse light conditions of its natural habitat.
  • Watering: Requires consistent moisture to thrive, emulating the wet climates of Eastern Asia, with an emphasis on well-drained soils to prevent any potential root rot.
  • Soil: Benefits from fertile, well-drained soils that are slightly acidic, indicative of its natural forest floor conditions, optimal in the pH range of 5.5 to 6.5.

Fruit Profile

The fruit of the Gogo is a subglobose drupe, resembling a small citrus with a diameter of 5-6 cm, sometimes reaching up to 8 cm. Its unique flavor profile, described as rare and exotic with hints of caramel and aromatic vanilla juice, makes it a culinary treasure.

Traditional and Medicinal Uses

Gogo has been traditionally used to treat a range of ailments including glandular inflammations, rheumatism, arthritis, and stomach pains. It is especially noted for its use by the Dai people in treating Diabetes mellitus, with laboratory studies on rats supporting its hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities. Other uses include treatments for jaundice, edema due to malnutrition, and various skin conditions, utilizing the bark decoction for hair and scalp problems.

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