— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Bignay (Antidesma bunius). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Bignay, scientifically known as Antidesma bunius, is a small to medium-sized tree native to the tropical regions of Asia, including Andaman Islands, Assam, Bangladesh, and other Southeast Asian countries. Bignay (Latin: Antidesma bunius, family Myricaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bignay is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Bignay is a member of the Myricaceae family native to AND, ASS, BAN, BOR, CHC, and CHS. Bignay thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Bignay grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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