Adenanthera malayana Kosterm.
| Etymology | Genus | Acorn (Aden) anthers (anthera), referring to the shape of the anthers |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Found in Malaya | |
| Family | Fabaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Wicked Heart, Saga | |
| Status | Native: Vulnerable | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | Malesia | |
Diagnostics
A tree up to 45m, that is found in our nature reserves. It has bipinnate leaves and is most distinct from the small hard seeds that are red with black tips, which are ejected from fruit pods that twist when dried.
In Singapore, it is recognised as a subspecies Adenanthera malayana ssp. malayana.
Interesting Facts
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Flowering and fruiting branch in Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Cave Path, 2026.
Leaflets, seeds and pods.
Leaf.
Trunk.
References
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Siyang ·
2026-10-11