Yellow saraca
Saraca thaipingensis
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 6-10 m tall. The leaves are 30-50 cm long.
Also as Caesalpinaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in limestone areas. In Cairns BG. In Townsville Quuens BG.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Indochina, Malaysia, Myanmar, SE Asia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam
How it is used for food
The young leaves and tips are eaten. The seeds are cooked and eaten.
It is a cultivated plant.
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Klaat, Vanganh malai