Description

• Medium to large tree with Gray-brown bark; leaves bipinnate, the primary leaflets subopposite, 2-4 pairs; ultimate leaflets opposite, 6-8 pairs, oblong, slightly asymmetric, blunt, 2.5-4.5 cm long.
• It has very fragrant, white flowers with numerous stamens.
• The fruit is a pod containing 6 -12 seeds.

Uses

• The leaves and seeds are used in the treatment of eye problems such as ophthalmia.
• The bark is astringent. It is taken internally to treat diarrhoea, dysentery and piles.
• Flowers are a rich source of light-coloured honey.