[2] The species is distributed in Indonesia and throughout Indochina; in Vietnam it is frequently found in the provinces of and between Dong Nai and Ba Ria - Vung Tau its common name is bồ an.

[3] The roots are used in Cambodia to make antipyretic herbal medicines.

[4] Colona auriculata[1] is a bushy plant typically 1-5m high, with trailing branches and irregular roots.

Leaves are staggered, asymmetrical, densely pubescent on the underside (see illustration).

[4] The spherical pods are approximately 20 mm in diameter, typically with 5 lobes and contain many seeds.