Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Ailanthus integrifolia: Born to Fly

Presently found in MacRitchie forest, Ailanthus integrifolia is one of the rarest native emergent trees in Singapore today. It has a smooth bole that appears brilliant white from afar. Also impressive are its large winged fruits. Related to Tongkat Ali in the family Simaroubaceae.




 

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