Family:
Sapindaceae
Synonym: Lepisanthes stipulaceum (Bedd.)
J.L.Ellis
Vernacular
name:
Malekoomathi (Kannada); Poripoovam, Pavirimulei
Habit:
Tree
Habitat:
Evergreen and semi-Evergreen forests
Distribution:
Western Ghats (Endemic)
Flowering
& Fruiting: February-July
Key identification features: The
medium-sized tree features leaves that are paripinnate and arranged
alternately. It bears polygamous flowers that are cream-colored, appearing in
both axillary and terminal panicles. The fruit is a drupe
Uses:
Promoting wound healing and exhibiting antimicrobial activity
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