Monoon longifolium (Sonn.) B.Xue & R.M.K.Saunders
| Etymology | Genus | - |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Long-leaved | |
| Family | Annonaceae | |
| Synonyms | Polyalthia longifolia (Sonn.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Thwaites | |
| Common Names | Mast Tree, False Ashoka, Cemetery Tree | |
| Status | Exotic: Cultivated Only | |
| Form | Tree | |
| Native Distribution | India, Sri Lanka | |
Diagnostics
This cultivated tree is unmistakeable for its columnar form, with droopy branches and lance-shaped leaves that have wavy margins.
Form of the tree at Pasir Ris Park, 2025
Lance-shaped leaf with wavy margins.
Fruits.
A green imperial pigeon which swallowed the fruit, seen from its swollen throat
Siyang ·
2026-01-19 / Modified: 2026-01-20