#ErythrinaVariegata

Thonglang Bai Dang, known scientifically as Erythrina variegata, stands out in Thai herbal tradition for its striking coral-tree form and its long-standing role in traditional healers’ cabinets. With bright red flowers and variegated leaves, the tree weaves centuries of Southeast Asian healing into modern curiosity. Recent research is beginning to validate what Thai herbalists have long claimed: this plant may offer meaningful, safety-conscious benefits when approached with expertise and care.

In the lush tapestry of Thai herbal tradition, few plants are as visually striking or as medically intriguing as Thonglang Bai Dang (ทองหลางใบด่าง), known in scientific circles as Erythrina variegata. With its flamboyant red flowers, variegated leaves, and a pedigree rooted deeply in Southeast Asian healing, this “coral tree” weaves together centuries of folk wisdom and rapidly mounting scientific evidence. Recent research has begun to substantiate what Thai healers have long claimed: Thonglang Bai Dang holds genuine promise for the modern world—if approached with knowledge, respect, and caution.