Pongamia Glabra (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen Asiatic tree having glossy pinnate leaves and racemose creamy-white scented flowers; used as a shade tree.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Pongamia glabra is widely cultivated in many parts of Asia for its shade and as an ornamental.
- The wood of Pongamia glabra tree is valued for furniture making and construction.
- Pongamia glabra leaves are often used in traditional medicine in many parts of India.
- In its native habitat, Pongamia glabra can be found in association with other evergreen species along rivers and streams.
- The fruits of Pongamia glabra are black, reniform, and have one seed covered in a hard endocarp.