Nuts
Canarium ovatum
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Canarium ovatum is the botanical name of true pili, the species behind Philippine luxury kernels. Using the Latin name avoids confusion with other Canarium relatives. A good C. ovatum kernel is pale, rich, and fresh. A bad kernel is rancid. Shelling is specialised. In kitchens treat as a high-oil premium nut like macadamias tropical cousin. Freeze for pastry.
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Characteristics
Preparations
ConfectionOilRoastWhole Kernel
Traits
ButteryButtery KernelHard ShellMild SweetPhilippineRichSpecies LevelTrue Pili Species
History
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Agricultural work centred C. ovatum as the pili of commerce.
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Export standards referenced C. ovatum kernels.
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Scientific naming helped protect true pili identity in trade.