Mombin
"The Mombin fruit has proven to be quite useful, as its abundance in the jungle has given me a steady supply of food when other sources are lacking. The fruit appears, however, to be a mild laxative, hence the slower pace." -Ferdinand HertalsonThe mombin is a wild fruit native to Vorthal that grows in tropical climates and is a large source of food for many animals in the region.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Mombin trees grow from 60 to 100 feet tall, and around seven feet in girth. The bark is thick, and when cut reveals a light-pink interior. The leaves are acuminate, reaching up to eight inches in length. Small white flowers bloom from early spring to mid-summer, releasing a sweet scent. The mombin fruit grows from mid-summer to early winter and can reach lengths of four inches. The fruit is ovular bearing a bright yellow color, and is edible, having a slightly acidic but sweet flavor.
Growth Rate & Stages
The trees grow rather quickly and can begin fruiting as early as six years into their life.
Additional Information
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Mombin is a popular fruit in the colonies, and has been used by the native goliath population as traditional medicine. The bark and flowers can be used to make tea, treating digestion issues and moderate pain. The bark and roots can bring down fever.
Origin/Ancestry
Vorthali
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