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Jinka

Local Name	:	Jinka
Botanical Name	:	Macaranga peltata (Roxb.) Müll.Arg.
Common Name	:	Shield-leaf tree
Family	:	Euphorbiaceae
Distribution	:	It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is also found in parts of India. In Odisha, it is found in dry and moist deciduous forests.
Habit	:	Tree
Short Description	:	It is a medium-sized tree characterized by its large, lobed leaves. It is often found in tropical and subtropical forests and is valued for its timber and ornamental uses.

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Descriptions

It is a medium-sized tree. The leaves are large, palmate, and typically have 3-5 lobes, with a glossy green color. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, and appear in axillary or terminal clusters, followed by small, fleshy fruits that are round to elliptical in shape, containing one or two seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

April- October

Use(s)

The leaves and bark are used in local remedies to treat wounds, skin infections, and digestive disorders.