Tamil Name: Kattuchempakkam. M. nilagirica is a large evergreen tree which grows to more than 30 meters in height. The pale green colored leaves are simple and alternatively arranged. Leaf blade is obovate to elliptic; leaf base is wedge shaped and has a pointed tip. Leaf margin is entire. Flowers are creamy white in color … Read More ” Magnolia nilagirica (Magnoliaceae-Magnolia family).” »
Common name: Lipstick tree and Sindoor. Tamil name: Sappiravirai. This evergreen tree is often used as an ornamental tree in India. It grows to a height of about 3 meters. Leaves are simple and arranged in an alternate manner. Leaves are ovate in shape and have an acuminate apex and a cordate base. The plant … Read More “Bixa orellana (Family Bixaceae (Annatoo family)” »
This ficus plant is easy to identify with its pocket-like fold in leaf. It is believed that Lord Krishna used this leaf to steal butter-hence the name. It is a large tree with a big crown and can grow to around 30 meters. This native ficus plant should be an excellent choice for landscaping. Some … Read More “Ficus krishnae (family Moraceae-Mulberry family)” »
Botanical Name: Lafoensia pacari Family Lythraceae (Crape Myrtle family) Synonyms None Deciduous tree of South American origin. The tree grows to a height of 8 m, the bark is seen with ridges and vertical fissures. Simple coriaceous leaf of about 6 cm are arranged in opposite. The leaf has a very small petiole. Leaf shape is … Read More “Lafoensia pacari” »
