Koompassia malaccensis is a tropical rainforest tree species up to 60 m tall in the bean family Fabaceae, subfamily Dialioideae. It is native to Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Borneo and Thailand, found in lowland forests up to altitudes of 800 m.NParks | Koompassia malaccensis, nparks.gov.sg. Retrieved 2025-08-09 It is among the tallest rainforest trees in the world, with one individual reaching in height. It is threatened by habitat loss. A common name for this wood is kempas, it is used as a flooring material, firewood, and charcoal.
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