| Etymology | Genus | Mango-bearing |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Split into four parts;, referring to the flower having four petals and four sepals. | |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Asam Kumbang, Kolah | |
| Status | Native: Critically Endangered | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo, Sulawesi, Lesser Sunda Islands (Sumba), and the Molucc | |
Diagnostics:
Mangifera quadrifida is a rare tree in Singapore, where only two standing individuals have been identified (Ganesan, 2019). They differ from other Mango species in their leaves, which are broad-lanceolate, with long petioles which are convex above, leaf apices that are attenuate or acuminate, leaf margins that are entire, reticulations that are prominent on both leaf surfaces, and globose fruits (Ganesan, 2019).
Interesting Facts:
This is a recently discovered new record for Singapore (Ganesan, 2019). A labelled individual can be found near the start of Lornie Trail at MacRitchie Reservoir.
Tree along Lornie Trail, MacRitchie (2025).
Trunk.
Branches.
Leaves.
Petioles.
References
Ganesan SK (2019) Mangifera quadrifida (Anacardiaceae), a new record for Singapore. Nature in Singapore. 12: 1–5
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-09-16
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