God's Crown
Scientific name
Phaleria macrocarpa
English Name
God's crown
Malayalam name
മക്കൊട്ട
Common name
Mahkota dewa
Description
- Habit : Shrub
- Habitat : grow in full sun to partial sun areas
- Leaves : green and tapering with sharp edge
- Flowers : white pleasant smelled flowers,shape of trumpet
- Fruits : a round,oblate,green when unripe turning to a glossy brought red when mature.
- Bark : woody stem bark
How to use
- The leaves are said to have energizing and cooling properties, while the bark is used to treat skin diseases
Uses
Anti-oxidant,lowering blood sugar
Parts used
Leaves,bark,fruits,root and flowers
Conservation
Propagation & Cultivation
It is propagated through seeds.The most method is to plant seeds in a well-draining soil mix, keeping them moist.For faster germination, the seed coat can be removed before cutting. Place the plant in an area that receives plenty of sunlight.Water the plant when the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry to the touch.