Plant: Calophyllum inophyllum

Calophyllum inophyllum
No english names given
Tamanu
Clusiaceae

The tamanu/nyamplung tree is a plant with the scientific name (Calophyllum inophyllum). This tree has a large woody trunk that can grow up to approximately 30 meters and above, has shiny oval leaves that are dark green, white flowers, green fruit that will turn grayish brown, and has fruit seeds that are rich in oil. This plant usually grows in coastal areas and lowland forests. In addition, this plant has several benefits such as its seeds that can be used as oil, and its wood can be used as boat masts or boat frames.

Pohon tamanu/nyamplung merupakan suatu tanaman yang memiliki nama ilmiah (Calophyllum inophyllum). Pohon ini memiliki batang berkayu besar yang mampu tumbuh hingga kurang lebih 30 meter ke atas, memiliki daun oval mengkilap berwarna hijau tua, bunga berwarna putih, buah berwarna hijau dan akan berubah menjadi coklat keabua abuan, dan memiliki biji buah yang kaya akan minyak. Tanaman ini biasanya tumbuh di daerah pesisir pantai dan hutan dataran rendah. Selain itu tanaman ini memiliki beberapa manfaat seperti bijinya yang dapat dijadikan minyak, dan kayunya dapat dijadikan tiang perahu atau rangka perahu.

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Local Name
Cultural Group
Language
 
Pouk to'a
Timor - Amanuban
Uab Meto
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Category
Cultural Group
Material
Part Used
Color
 
Oiling/mordant process
Bali - Gianyar
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No color given
Apri Tiarsana
Apri Tiarsana
26 Aug 2025
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