Johannesteijsmannia altifrons

Scientific name : Johannesteijsmannia altifrons

Common name : Palas, Joey palm

Location : Wisma Selangor Dredging, KL, MY

Previously it was commonly found in Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, Johor, Kedah and Perak. However, since 35 years ago, this plant is categorized as endangered species because of deforestation and has been categorized as endangered species. More about this plant can be read here. This website is in Malay, unfortunately :)

Jatropha pandurifolia

Scientific name : Jatropha pandurifolia

Common name : Jatropha, Jarak biola

Location : Jabatan Pertanian Serdang, Selangor, MY

* Another species of Jatropha are currently used in biodiesel research. Jatropha curcas seed is processed to produce biofuel, biodiesel & glycerol. More about this can be read here.