Michelia champaca (in English)

 മലയാളത്തിൽ വായിക്കാൻ

CHAMPAK

Scientific NameMichelia champaca
Synonyms:Michelia blumei
Family: Magnoliaceae
Local Names: ചെമ്പകം, കോട്ടച്ചെമ്പകം(Malayalam)
Habit: Medium sized evergreen tree
Habitat: Evergreen forests and also planted
Ecological Importance: 
    Chapak is the larval host plant of several butterflies including Tailed Jay and Common Jay
Economic Importance: 
    Ornamental tree good for gardens and avenues
    Perfume is made from its flower
    Timber is used for furniture making
    Flower is used as a medicine in the treatment of Kapha and Pitha.
  
flower

fruits
Kerala Forest & Wildlife Department
 Research Unit, Peermade
 

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