Mesua ferrea (Ironwood) - Image 5

Botanical name: Mesua ferrea

Common names: Ironwood, Cobra's Saffron, Ceylon Ironwood, Indian Rose Chestnut, Penaga Lili

Family: Calophyllaceae

Origin: Sri Lanka, India, Indo-China, Malaysia Peninsula

Large tree taller than 20 ftFull sunModerate waterEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Irritating plant
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