There are a lot of interesting jungle plants on the trail to Perlus waterfall. A botanist will surely have a good time exploring this jungle for its entire flora splendor. Nature guide John Chan pointed out several types of Senduduk besides a variety of other useful plants.
One part of the trek that really stood out is this particular area with loads of bamboo. It’s like walking into a world of bamboo…like the scene from the movie ‘Crouching Tiger, ‘Hidden dragon ’. Bamboo everywhere you look.
It’s interesting to find out why the high concentration on bamboo in this area. Perhaps it is because of the soil and the terrain. As we walk further we come upon an opening with bamboos criss-crossing the entire trail.
The bamboo version of ‘Entrapment’?
Bamboo is probably another one of the most useful plant one can find in the jungle. In a survival situation, bamboo can be used to obtain drinking water, build shelter, start fire and even provide food. The shoots of young bamboo plant is a popular local food, known locally as Rebung.
A Rebung
The following are some interesting jungle plants I manage to capture during the trek.
Not a clue what plant this flower belong to
The shoots of a bamboo
Nice flower
A close-up of the flower
This flower looks like something from an alien movie
Ouch…not something you’d want to hang on to
Symbiosis or parasite?
Okay…okay…the photos are not the best. Hey…I am learning. In any case, there’s simply too many things to just stop and photograph. I doubt if I will ever be able to arrive at Perlus waterfall that way. I reckon it would be even more interesting if I can be with John at the front of the walking party to learn as much from him. Throughout, I was behind…taking on the ‘sweeper’ role as a cover-up to my lack of stamina catching-up with the rest.
Next…Tropical jungle animals of Perlus Waterfall
the alien flower is belimbing tanah, a madicated herb to reduce high blood pressure, kidney problem, haemorrhoids and diabetes.
Appreciate you helping us identify the plant. We are still learning.
If I’m not mistaken, this plant also known as ‘Janggut Adam’.
Thanks Fyda! You are most helpful.