Buchanania arborescens
ANACARDIACEAE. Indigenous
SIZE: Up to 35m tall; trunk size 75c, diameter
TYPE: Evergreen
HABITAT: Lowland forests, along river banks, near beaches and dryland and secondary forests up to 300m altitude
The balinghasai is sometimes called “malamangga” because of its similarity to the mango tree. This species stands out when it blooms as it fills up its entire canopy with creamy white flowers. It is highly recommended as a shade tree for dry, sunny sites with poor soil.