The specific epithet marginata means "bordered", referring to the leaf veins.

The inflorescences measure up to 14 cm (6 in) long and bear yellow flowers.

[3] Anisoptera marginata is native to Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra and Borneo.

Its habitat is peat swamp and heath forests, to altitudes of 850 m (3,000 ft).

[1][3] Anisoptera marginata has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.