Are Antidesma Montanum and Sauropus Androgynus in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Phyllanthaceae.

Can you substitute Antidesma Montanum for Sauropus Androgynus?

They share the Phyllanthaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Antidesma Montanum vs Sauropus Androgynus

Antidesma montanum · Sauropus androgynus

Antidesma Montanum

Antidesma montanum

T Traditional Use

Family: Phyllanthaceae
Genus: Antidesma
Primary use: medicinal

Antidesma montanum is a species of tree in the family Phyllanthaceae, native to Southeast Asia, from India to the Philippines. It can grow up to 10 m (33 ft). The fruits are edible. Four varieties have been accepted, each of which has multiple synonyms, which include Antidesma ob…

Sauropus Androgynus

Sauropus androgynus

T Traditional Use

Family: Phyllanthaceae
Genus: Sauropus
Primary use: medicinal

Phyllanthus androgynus, also known as katuk, star gooseberry, or sweet leaf, is a species of plant in the family Phyllanthaceae, native to tropical and subtropical Asia and grown in some areas as a leaf vegetable.

At a glance

· Both in Phyllanthaceae, but different genera (Antidesma vs Sauropus).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Antidesma Montanum: T; Sauropus Androgynus: T.