Description
Bakayan or Mahanimba is a deciduous tree native to southern Asia and is found throughout India. It can be easily seen in parks and along roadsides.
The adult tree has a rounded crown and commonly measures 7 to 12 meters tall, however in exceptional circumstances, M. azedarach can attain a height of 45 meters (150 ft).
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 28 inch (71 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 4 inch (10 cm) |
| Common Name | Persian Lilac, chinaberry, chinaberry tree |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 150 ft feet |
| Flower Colour | Pale violet |
| Bloom Time | May |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Melia Azedarach care
The deep planting encourages the developing stem to send out roots to help stabilize the plant and perhaps eliminate the need for staking. Also, deep planting keeps lily bulbs cool when temperatures soar. Enrich the soil with leaf mold or well-rotted organic matter to encourage good drainage.
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 20-30 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Melia Azedarach special feature
Effective as a specimen or in small groups. Shrub borders, foundations. Screen or informal hedge for property lines.
Melia Azedarach uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for the ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- It is known as Mahanimba in Sanskrit and used for treating various diseases
- This tree has antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, analgesic, anticancer, antiulcer, antipyretic, anti-plasmodial activities
- Note: Use only after consulting the specialist