White Agastya (Sesbania grandiflora var. albiflora)

FamilyFabaceae
Scientific nameSesbania grandiflora var. albiflora
Common name (English)White Agastya
Common name (Malay)Turi Putih
Identified asIntroduced plant on Project M.A.R.S.’s land

Sesbania grandiflora var. albiflora, commonly known as the white sesbania or agati, is a fast-growing tropical tree in the Fabaceae family. Native to Southeast Asia, it is valued for its edible flowers and leaves, which are commonly used in traditional cuisine and herbal remedies. Various parts of the tree—flowers, leaves, and bark—have been traditionally used for their anti-inflammatory, digestive, and nutritional properties. With its culinary, medicinal, and ecological significance, Sesbania grandiflora var. albiflora is an important species in tropical agroforestry and local food systems.