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Height: Medium-sized tree (up to 15–20 meters tall)
Leaves: Shiny, dark green, oval-shaped
Flowers: Small, creamy white, extremely fragrant
Fruit: Small berry, green when unripe and turns yellow or reddish when ripe
Seeds: Brown and hard
The flowers are highly aromatic and are used in temple rituals, garlands, and hair decorations.
In Hindu traditions, it's associated with Lord Krishna and goddess Lakshmi.
In Sanskrit literature, Bakula flowers are often mentioned in romantic poetry due to their fragrance.
All parts of the plant (bark, flowers, leaves, seeds, fruits) have medicinal value.
Part | Traditional Use |
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Bark | Astringent, used for dental issues (tooth powder) |
Flowers | Cooling, used in perfumes and stress relief |
Fruit | Antioxidant, used to treat diarrhea & ulcers |
Seeds | Analgesic properties |
It is considered to have astringent, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antimicrobial properties.
Planted along roadsides and in gardens for its shade and fragrance
Acts as an air purifier
Its hard wood is used in making furniture and tools
The flowers bloom at night and emit a strong, pleasant smell — often compared to jasmine.
In literature, it's referred to as a "night bloomer" and a "symbol of love and longing."
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