Synonyms: 

Melia composita Willd.

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

Order: Sapindales

Family: Meliaceae

Native: India

Common Names

English – Malabar Neem

Malayalam – മലവേപ്പ്

Description:

Melia dubia is a fast-growing tree with light brown bark, compound leaves, and clusters of small white flowers.

Habitat: Moist deciduous, semi-Evergreen forests.

Distribution: Indo-Malesia to Australia.

Uses: Melia dubia is used for making furniture, plywood, and paper due to its lightweight and durable wood.