castanospermumcastanospermum
genusgenusMajestic rainforest trees that produce large, distinctive pods containing glossy brown seeds. These impressive plants feature elegant compound leaves and produce striking orange-yellow flowers that emerge directly from their branches.
Etymology
The name derives from Greek and Latin roots: 'castano' meaning 'chestnut' and 'spermum' meaning 'seed', referring to the large, chestnut-like seeds produced by these trees.
Interesting fact!
The large seeds were historically used by indigenous Australians who developed complex processes to remove their toxins, transforming them into a safe food source.
