beadtree

Adenanthera pavonina, commonly known as beadtree, is a tree species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to regions including southern Asia and northern Australasia. The tree has a wide distribution across multiple countries and territories, including MM, ZA, LC, CU, BN, CK, BR, NU, AS, Kosrae, Pitcairn Islands, WS, PW, SB, Saint Barthelemy, DZ, VC, NR, CO, and KY. First described in 1753 by L., it is utilized for various purposes such as food and drink, traditional medicine, and as a source of timber.