Botanical Profile
Cynometra ramiflora is a tropical evergreen tree in the Fabaceae family known for its dense canopy, edible young leaves, and tolerance of coastal environments.
Scientific Name
Cynometra ramiflora L.
Local Name
Sala Tree, Katong, Namnam
Native Habitat
Native to Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and northern Australia. It grows naturally in humid tropical forests, mangroves, and coastal lowland habitats.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate — seeds require fresh planting material, stable moisture, and warm temperatures for successful germination.
Germination Timeframe
14–45 days under warm and humid conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, moderate to high humidity, and temperatures between 24–32°C. It tolerates seasonal flooding and coastal conditions once established.
Collector Significance
Valued for its ecological adaptability, edible plant parts, and importance in tropical coastal restoration and ethnobotanical collections.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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