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Polanga

Local Name	:	Polanga
Botanical Name	:	Calophyllum inophyllum L.
Common Name	:	Alexandrian laurel
Family	:	Calophyllaceae
Distribution	:	The species is native to the shores of Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Africa, Kenya, Mauritius, South east and East Asia. In India, it is distributed in Konkan, south of Odisha, Andaman. It is also cultivated in other parts of the world.
Habit	:	Tree
Short Description	:	It is a medium size tree known for its glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers.

Descriptions

It is a medium size tree with reddish brown wood. Leaves are broadly elliptic – oblong or obovate, coriaceous, shinny on both sides and prominent midrib. Flowers white, fragrant and polygamous. Fruit drupe, globose, smooth and yellow when ripe.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

March-June & October November

Use(s)

It is often planted to provide wind breaks. The roots are also used to treat skin problems and boils.