Common Name Standardized: kokum Other: gao butter tree, kokum butter tree, red mango Botanical Name Garcinia indica (Thouars) Choisy Plant Family: Clusiaceae Overview Introduction Garcinia fruit is indigenous to India and parts of Asia, where it is primarily used as a condiment and ingredient in various recipes. Constituents Very small amounts of essential oil containing about 50% carvone. Parts Used The dried fruit, whole or cut. Typical Preparations May be infused in tea although quite distasteful and may be taken as a capsule or extract. Summary Garcinia has been used for thousands of years for the distinct sour taste that it lends to foods, and is considered to make the foods it is added to more filling and satisfying. For educational purposes only This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.