Blackbead (Archidendron pauciflorum)

FamilyFabaceae
Scientific nameArchidendron pauciflorum
Common name (English)Blackbead
Common name (Malay)Jering
Identified asIntroduced plant on Project M.A.R.S.’s land

Archidendron pauciflorum, commonly known as blackbead or jering, is a tropical tree in the Fabaceae family. Native to Southeast Asia, it is cultivated for its seeds and pods, which are edible after cooking and used in local culinary dishes. Traditionally, various parts of the tree—including seeds, leaves, and bark—have been used in folk medicine for their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and nutritive properties. With its culinary, medicinal, and ecological significance, Archidendron pauciflorum remains an important species in tropical home gardens, agroforestry systems, and regional food traditions.