Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong)

Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) yellow and pink tender leaves hanging from a branch close up.
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) delicate yellow leaves with soft pink edges hanging on a brown stem.

Botanical name: Cynometra malaccensis

Common names: Kekatong, Katong Katong, Belangan

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

Crown dense with numerous sub crowns, new foliage in dry season pink then pale green tassels.

Similar plants: Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong)


Image gallery: 5 images
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) plant with pale yellow hanging clusters among thick dark green leaves
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) hanging yellow clusters along woody branches amid dark evergreen foliage
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) green leaves being measured with a tool close up on branch
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) green leaves being measured by a hand holding a black ruler
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) gold flower clusters on green leaves close up
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) with dense gold flower clusters resting on smooth green foliage
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) brown fruit hanging from a branch with dark green pointed leaves close up.
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) brown textured fruit clusters attached to a woody stem among green foliage.
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) dark green leaves on grey cloth close up
Cynometra malaccensis (Kekatong) leaves resting on fabric for comparison against a related species


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