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Phalsa

Local Name	:	Phalsa
Botanical Name	:	Grewia asiatica L.
Common Name	:	Phalsa
Family	:	Malvaceae
Distribution	:	It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Habit	:	Tree
Short Description	:	It is a small deciduous tree valued for its sweet, edible berries. It is often cultivated in gardens and orchards for its fruit and ornamental appeal.

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Descriptions

It is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree. It has a bushy appearance with a dense crown and slender, zigzag branches. The leaves are ovate to elliptical, with a glossy green surface and serrated edges. The flowers are small, yellowish-green, and appear in axillary clusters, followed by round, dark purple to black berries that are edible and sweet.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

April - September

Use(s)

The fruit is rich in vitamins and antioxidants and is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery.