Synonyms: 

Grewia salviifolia L.f.

Karangolum salviifolium (L.f.) Kuntze

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

Order: Caryophyllales Juss. ex Bercht. & J. Presl

Family: Meliaceae

Native: India

Common Names

English – Sage-leaved Alangium

Malayalam – അങ്കോലം

Description:

Alangium salviifolium is a plant with small, glossy leaves and fragrant flowers.

Habitat: Dry deciduous forests, a small tree or shrub.

Distribution: South East Asia, from India to China, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.

Uses: Traditional medicine.