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Sidha

Local Name	:	Sidha
Botanical Name	:	Lagerstroemia parviflora Roxb.
Common Name	:	Small-flowered crepe myrtle
Family	:	Lythraceae
Distribution	:	It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, particularly found in dry deciduous forests. In India, it is commonly found in the central, eastern, and southern regions. In Odisha, it is frequently found in deciduous forest areas.
Habit	:	Tree
Short Description	:	It is a deciduous tree with smooth, peeling bark and small, pale pink or white flowers. It is often found in dry deciduous forests.

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Descriptions

It is a medium to large deciduous tree with smooth, pale gray bark that peels off in thin layers. The leaves are simple, opposite, elliptical to ovate, and leathery with prominent veins. The tree produces small, pale pink or white flowers in terminal or axillary panicles. The fruit is a small, woody capsule containing numerous winged seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

April- June

Use(s)

The bark and leaves are sometimes used in local remedies to treat skin conditions, wounds, and fevers.