 Mimusops elengi
Family: Sapotaceae
Spanish Cherry, Bakul Tr ee
Origin: India
small tree 10-20 ft, full sun, regular water, cold hardy at least to 30s F
for a short time
Bakul is a large and handsome tree well-known for
its fragrant flowers which are strung into garlands and worn by
women. Bakul is used in the treatment and maintenance of oral
hygiene. Rinsing mouth with water solution made with bakul helps in
strengthening the teeth. |
