Description
Saraca indica is a small evergreen tree. The leaves are paripinnate with 6 to 12 leaflets, oblong and rigidly sub-coriaceus.
Ashoka is an evergreen wild tree still found in Himalayas and across Indian sub-continent. Its height is about 6 to 9 meters, leaves 15 to 25 cm long and green colour. In spring season ashoka tree is covered with red colour flowers and looks really very beautiful.
The fruits are about 6 to 10 inches long, looks like broad beans containing 6-8 grey colour seed like chest nut.Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 18 inch (46 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Ashok, Asogam, Wu You Hua, Osaka |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3 to 40 feet |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Saraca Asoca care
| Sunlight | Full shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well drained soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 35 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Saraca Asoca uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- The bark of Ashoka Tree is used for its medicinal value and it is reported to have a stimulating effect on the endometrium and ovarian tissue
- Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally