Pongamia pinnata (Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi) is a tree thought to have originated in India and is found throughout Asia.
It is a deciduous tree that grows to about 15-25 meters in height with a large canopy that spreads equally wide. The leaves are a soft, shiny burgundy in early summer and mature to a glossy, deep green as the season progresses. Small clusters of white, purple, and pink flowers blossom on their branches throughout the year, maturing into brown seed pods. The tree is well suited to intense heat and sunlight and its dense network of lateral roots and its thick, long taproot make it drought tolerant. The dense shade it provides slows the evaporation of surface water and its root structures promote nitrogen fixation, which moves nutrients from the air into the soil. Withstanding temperatures slightly below 0°C to 50°C and annual rainfall of 5–25 dm, the tree grows wild on sandy and rocky soils, including oolitic limestone, but will grow in most soil types, even with its roots in salt water.[1]
Known by many names (Indian Beech, Pongam, Honge, Ponge, and Karanj among other) it is a leguminous tree that's well-adapted to arid zones and has many traditional uses. It is often used for landscaping purposes as a windbreak or for shade due to the large canopy and showy fragrant flowers. The bark can be used to make twine or rope and it also yields a black gum that is used to treat wounds caused by poisonous fish. The flowers are used by gardeners as compost for plants requiring rich nutrients. Although all parts of the plant are toxic and will induce nausea and vomiting if eaten, the fruits and sprouts, along with the seeds, are used in many traditional remedies. Juices from the plant, as well as the oil, are antiseptic and resistant to pests. In addition the Pongam tree has the rare property of producing seeds of 25-35% lipid content. The seed oil is an important asset of this tree having been used as lamp oil, in soap making, and as a lubricant for thousands of years. This oil is rapidly gaining popularity as an important source of fuel for diesel engines.
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Just for compilation
Flowering observed in Pune.
March last fortnight.
Khaya senegalensis (African Mahogani)
Swietenia mahogani (Indian Mahogani)
Azadirachta indica (Kadulimb)
Peltophorum ferrugiana (Peltophorum No Marathi Name)
April first fortnight
Pongamia pinnata in full bloom at many places(Karanj)
Dalbergia lanceolaria(Phanshi)
Jacaranda(?Neel mohor)
Morinda citrifolia(Bartondi,Noni)
Syzygium cuminni...occasional(Jambhul)
Lagerstroemia flosreginae(Tamhan)...State flower of Maharashtra
Rain tree.(Vilayati shireesh)
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Lagerstroemia speciosa (Syn. L. flos-reginae & L. thorelli) | Lythraceae | Jarul, Giant Crape-myrtle, Queen's Crape-myrtle, Pride or Rose of India, Motabandara, Banabá Plan, tamhan | I have records of its flowering on 13/4/06 in Kolkata. Just started flowering in Kolkata- 6/4/08- J.M.Garg. Flowering observed in Pune- April first fortnight- Satish ji. | Trees of Delhi- flowers from late April to June: another flush in the rains. Beautiful Trees & Shrubs of Calcutta- flowers in early summer (April- May) with a 2nd flush in early monsoon (July-August). | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagerstroemia_speciosa |
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From: ranjini kamath <ranj...@gmail.com>
Date: Apr 10, 2008 5:09 PM
Subject: Flowering data
To: jmg...@gmail.com
Dear Gargji 1] Peltophorum ferrugineum has been in full bloom in
Bangalore for the past few weeks..Double Road-from the Lalbagh end
towards Residency Road presents a spectacular sight.
2]Cassia varieties are coming into bloom.
3]I have seen Lagerstroemia-purple & pink- coming
into full bloom in quite a few places.
Regards
Ranjini Kamath
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Attached are photos of the Pongam flowers. In Sanjay Gandhi National Park(SGNP), Mumbai there is an area called Pongam Valley full of these small shady trees with small white & pink flowers scattered on the ground. Practically all the leaves have fungus marks (for me a recognizable feature of this species) but this doesn’t affect the tree at all.
Cheers,
Kiran Srivastava
Mumbai
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indian...@googlegroups.com [mailto:indian...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J.M. Garg
Sent: 10 April 2008 10:50
To: satish phadke
Cc: indiantreepix
Subject: [Indiantreepix] Re:
Flowering data
Thanks, Satish ji.
Can you post some pictures of Pongamia pinnata? It's flowering also in Kolkata for about 15 days.
Here are some extracts from Wikipedia link on Pongamia pinnata (syn. P. glabra, Millettia pinnata, Derris indica) i.e. Karanj, Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pongamia_pinnata
Pongamia pinnata (Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi) is a tree thought to have originated in India and is found throughout Asia.
It is a deciduous tree that grows to about 15-25 meters in height with a large canopy that spreads equally wide. The leaves are a soft, shiny burgundy in early summer and mature to a glossy, deep green as the season progresses. Small clusters of white, purple, and pink flowers blossom on their branches throughout the year, maturing into brown seed pods. The tree is well suited to intense heat and sunlight and its dense network of lateral roots and its thick, long taproot make it drought tolerant. The dense shade it provides slows the evaporation of surface water and its root structures promote nitrogen fixation, which moves nutrients from the air into the soil. Withstanding temperatures slightly below 0°C to 50°C and annual rainfall of 5–25 dm, the tree grows wild on sandy and rocky soils, including oolitic limestone, but will grow in most soil types, even with its roots in salt water.[1]
Known by many names (Indian Beech, Pongam, Honge, Ponge, and Karanj among other) it is a leguminous tree that's well-adapted to arid zones and has many traditional uses. It is often used for landscaping purposes as a windbreak or for shade due to the large canopy and showy fragrant flowers. The bark can be used to make twine or rope and it also yields a black gum that is used to treat wounds caused by poisonous fish. The flowers are used by gardeners as compost for plants requiring rich nutrients. Although all parts of the plant are toxic and will induce nausea and vomiting if eaten, the fruits and sprouts, along with the seeds, are used in many traditional remedies. Juices from the plant, as well as the oil, are antiseptic and resistant to pests. In addition the Pongam tree has the rare property of producing seeds of 25-35% lipid content. The seed oil is an important asset of this tree having been used as lamp oil, in soap making, and as…….
Also caleed Karanj/papdi. Still to start flowering in a big way in Delhi(when they cover the ground or whaever is underneath like a carpet)
Some ot the trees show few flowers
Vinod
Attached are photos of the Pongam flowers. In Sanjay Gandhi National Park(SGNP), Mumbai there is an area called Pongam Valley full of these small shady trees with small white & pink flowers scattered on the ground. Practically all the leaves have fungus marks (for me a recognizable feature of this species) but this doesn’t affect the tree at all.
Cheers,
Kiran Srivastava
Mumbai
From: indian...@googlegroups.com [mailto:indian...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J.M. Garg
Sent: 10 April 2008 10:50
To: satish phadke
Cc: indiantreepix
Subject: [Indiantreepix] Re: Flowering data
Thanks, Satish ji.
Can you post some pictures of Pongamia pinnata? It's flowering also in Kolkata for about 15 days.
Here are some extracts from Wikipedia link on Pongamia pinnata (syn. P. glabra, Millettia pinnata, Derris indica) i.e. Karanj, Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pongamia_pinnata
Pongamia pinnata (Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi) is a tree thought to have originated in India and is found throughout Asia.
It is a deciduous tree that grows to about 15-25 meters in height with a large canopy that spreads equally wide. The leaves are a soft, shiny burgundy in early summer and mature to a glossy, deep green as the season progresses. Small clusters of white, purple, and pink flowers blossom on their branches throughout the year, maturing into brown seed pods. The tree is well suited to intense heat and sunlight and its dense network of lateral roots and its thick, long taproot make it drought tolerant. The dense shade it provides slows the evaporation of surface water and its root structures promote nitrogen fixation, which moves nutrients from the air into the soil. Withstanding temperatures slightly below 0°C to 50°C and annual rainfall of 5–25 dm, the tree grows wild on sandy and rocky soils, including oolitic limestone, but will grow in most soil types, even with its roots in salt water.[1]
Known by many names (Indian Beech, Pongam, Honge, Ponge, and Karanj among other) it is a leguminous tree that's well-adapted to arid zones and has many traditional uses. It is often used for landscaping purposes as a windbreak or for shade due to the large canopy and showy fragrant flowers. The bark can be used to make twine or rope and it also yields a black gum that is used to treat wounds caused by poisonous fish. The flowers are used by gardeners as compost for plants requiring rich nutrients. Although all parts of the plant are toxic and will induce nausea and vomiting if eaten, the fruits and sprouts, along with the seeds, are used in many traditional remedies. Juices from the plant, as well as the oil, are antiseptic and resistant to pests. In addition the Pongam tree has the rare property of producing seeds of 25-35% lipid content. The seed oil is an important asset of this tree having been used as lamp oil, in soap making, and as…….
Also caleed Karanj/papdi. Still to start flowering in a big way in Delhi(when they cover the ground or whaever is underneath like a carpet) Some ot the trees show few flowers
Vinod
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From: Kiran Srivastava <kir...@vsnl.net>
Sent: Friday, April 11, 2008 8:30:21 AM
Attached are photos of the Pongam flowers. In Sanjay Gandhi National Park(SGNP), Mumbai there is an area called Pongam Valley full of these small shady trees with small white & pink flowers scattered on the ground. Practically all the leaves have fungus marks (for me a recognizable feature of this species) but this doesn't affect the tree at all.
Cheers,
Kiran Srivastava
Lagerstroemia speciosa (Syn. L. flos-reginae & L. thorelli) | Lythraceae | Jarul, Giant Crape-myrtle, Queen's Crape-myrtle, Pride or Rose of India, Motabandara, Banabá Plan, tamhan | I have records of its flowering on 13/4/06 in Kolkata. Just started flowering in Kolkata- 6/4/08- J.M.Garg. Flowering observed in Pune- April first fortnight- Satish ji. | Trees of Delhi- flowers from late April to June: another flush in the rains. Beautiful Trees & Shrubs of Calcutta- flowers in early summer (April- May) with a 2nd flush in early monsoon (July-August). | http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagerstroemia_speciosa |
Forwarding pl.
Also caleed Karanj/papdi. Still to start flowering in a big way in Delhi(when they cover the ground or whaever is underneath like a carpet) Some ot the trees show few flowers
Vinod
---- Original Message ----
From: Kiran Srivastava <kir...@vsnl.net>
Sent: Friday, April 11, 2008 8:30:21 AM
Attached are photos of the Pongam flowers. In Sanjay Gandhi National Park(SGNP), Mumbai there is an area called Pongam Valley full of these small shady trees with small white & pink flowers scattered on the ground. Practically all the leaves have fungus marks (for me a recognizable feature of this species) but this doesn't affect the tree at all.
Cheers,
Kiran Srivastava
From: J.M. Garg
Sent: 10 April 2008 10:50
It's flowering also in Kolkata for about 15 days.
Here are some extracts from Wikipedia link on Pongamia pinnata (syn. P. glabra, Millettia pinnata, Derris indica) i.e. Karanj, Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pongamia_pinnata
Pongamia pinnata (Indian Beech Tree, Honge Tree, Pongam Tree, Panigrahi) is a tree thought to have originated in India and is found throughout Asia..
It is a deciduous tree that grows to about 15-25 meters in height with a large canopy that spreads equally wide. The leaves are a soft, shiny burgundy in early summer and mature to a glossy, deep green as the season progresses. Small clusters of white, purple, and pink flowers blossom on their branches throughout the year, maturing into brown seed pods. The tree is well suited to intense heat and sunlight and its dense network of lateral roots and its thick, long taproot make it drought tolerant. The dense shade it provides slows the evaporation of surface water and its root structures promote nitrogen fixation, which moves nutrients from the air into the soil. Withstanding temperatures slightly below 0°C to 50°C and annual rainfall of 5-25 dm, the tree grows wild on sandy and rocky soils, including oolitic limestone, but will grow in most soil types, even with its roots in salt water.[1]
Known by many names (Indian Beech, Pongam, Honge, Ponge, and Karanj among other) it is a leguminous tree that's well-adapted to arid zones and has many traditional uses. It is often used for landscaping purposes as a windbreak or for shade due to the large canopy and showy fragrant flowers. The bark can be used to make twine or rope and it also yields a black gum that is used to treat wounds caused by poisonous fish. The flowers are used by gardeners as compost for plants requiring rich nutrients. Although all parts of the plant are toxic and will induce nausea and vomiting if eaten, the fruits and sprouts, along with the seeds, are used in many traditional remedies. Juices from the plant, as well as the oil, are antiseptic and resistant to pests. In addition the Pongam tree has the rare property of producing seeds of 25-35% lipid content. The seed oil is an important asset of this tree having been used as lamp oil, in soap making, and as.......
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