The rumduol flower (ផ្ការំដួល) is the national flower of Cambodia, officially designated in 2005. It features yellowish-white, thick, waxy petals with a distinctive, sweet fragrance that intensifies in the evening and can be carried for miles by the wind. The plant grows as a shrub or mid-sized tree, reaching heights of up to 12–15 meters, and its edible fruit turns dark red when ripe. Rumduol flowers are celebrated in Cambodian culture, symbolizing beauty and grace, and are also used in traditional medicine for treating ailments such as headaches and fevers. The flower’s alluring scent and cultural significance have made it an enduring symbol of Cambodian identity and natural heritage.
