Petai Bean Live Plant (Parkia speciosa)

The petai tree can grow to about 30 metres. It bears flowers in a light bulb-shaped mass at the end of long stalks. The flowers secrete a nectar that attracts bats and other pollinators. The fruits emerge as long, twisted, translucent pods in a cluster of seven or eight pods. When those pods are mature, within them will reside the petai beans or seeds. Petai beans have a strong, distinctive "stinky" aroma and a taste that is often described as a mix of bitter, sweet, and nutty, with an underlying pungent, almost gaseous flavor. The texture is crisp, and they can be eaten raw or cooked, often paired with other bold ingredients like chili, shrimp paste, and garlic to complement their unique flavor.
Common Names: Bitter bean, twisted cluster bean, sator bean, stink bean