Names of Tropical Flowers in Bahasa Malaysia
Someone must had been in a romantic mood when giving the names of tropical flowers listed here. The coral vine has other names such as Honolulu creeper, Mexican creeper, corallita, and Chinese love vine. Could it be due to the last name that the Indonesians connect it to the love of a newly wed couple? "Air Mata Pengantin" Tears of Bride/Bridegroom
Gardenia or cape jasmine is "Bunga Cina" or "the Chinese flower" in Bahasa Malaysia, this name below is less known, I believe. "Kaca Piring" Glass Plate
"Kembang Emas" Golden Bloom
It's the bleeding heart vine, but the Malay world perceives this flower as a fair lady chewing red betel. "Nona Makan Sirih" Damsel Chewing Betel
Probably the bright yellow hue of the golden shower tree reminds the Malay folks of the royal colour of their rulers. "Rajah Kayu" King of the Woods
This is a very humble flower common near drains about the size of the tip the pinky. I can't find what is the common name in English. "Bunga Istana" Palace flower.
The yellow bells/yellow trumpet flower. "Ramat Emas" Golden Blessing
"Seri Pagi" Morning Glory
Canna is "Tasbih". String of Prayer beads
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