Trees Planted & Survived
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Trees Species Details
Scientific Name:
Terminalia catappa L
Marathi Name:
Jingali Badam
Common Name:
Indian Almond
Plant Form:
Medium to large deciduous tree with spreading crown and aromatic timber.
Native/Exotic/Introduced:
Native to tropical & subtropical Asia and parts of Australia; present in India.
Distribution:
Occurs in moist forest zones; planted in suitable Maharashtra locales.
Plant Characteristics:
Compound leaves, winged samara seeds, fragrant inflorescences and wood.
Required Growth conditions:
Moist, well-drained soils; moderate to high rainfall; shade for seedlings.
Habitat:
Stream banks, moist forest edges, ravines and disturbed sites.
Conservation Status:
Least Concern (widespread in native range).
Dispersal:
Wind dispersal of samaras.
Pollinators:
Generalist insect pollinators (bees).
Medicinal Information:
Traditional uses include anti-dysenteric and wound healing; bark and leaves used.
Bird Host Plant:
Provides habitat and seeds consumed occasionally by birds.
Butterfly Host Plant:
Flowers visited by generalist butterflies; larval host records limited.
Moth Host Plant:
Known pest: shoot-boring moth Hypsipyla robusta attacks Toona species.
Ecological Significance:
Valuable timber species; used in reforestation and supports insect fauna.
Cultural Significance:
High-value timber for furniture and cabinetry; ornamental use.
Air Pollution Tollerance Index (APTI):
No authoritative ATPI number located.
Other Uses:
Timber (veneer, furniture), restoration planting, aromatic wood uses.