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Bhujapatra

Local Name	:	Bhujapatra
Botanical Name	:	Eucalyptus citriodora Hook.
Common Name	:	Lemon-scented gum
Family	:	Myrtaceae
Distribution	:	It is native to Australia and cultivated in various parts of the world including India for its ornamental and aromatic properties.
Habit	:	Tree
Short Description	:	It is a tall, slender tree, recognized for its smooth, white to pinkish bark and lemon-scented leaves. It's essential oil is used in perfumery, insect repellents, and aromatherapy.

Descriptions

It is a tall evergreen tree with smooth, white to coppery bark that peels in thin strips. Its leaves are lance-shaped, glossy, and emit a strong lemon scent when crushed. The tree produces small, creamy white flowers in clusters. The fruit is a woody capsule containing numerous tiny seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

March - July

Use(s)

Oil extracted from leaves is used to treat cold and cough.