Synonyms: 

Diporidium squarrosum (L.) Kuntze

Discladium koenigii Van Tiegh.

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

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

Family: Ochnaceae

Native: Brazil.

Common Names

English – Ramdhan Champa, Golden champak

Malayalam –

Description:

Ochna jabotapita is a shrub or small tree with glossy green leaves and bright yellow flowers, followed by black fruits.

Habitat:

Typically grows in moist, tropical forests and woodlands, often near rivers or streams.

Distribution:

tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia, South America.

Uses:

Ornamental plant.