Narrow tree with distinctive weeping, columnar crown. Neat and formal appearance makes it suitable for lining avenues. Regarded as sacred in India and Sri Lanka, and commonly planted around Hindu temples. Leaves strung into wreaths and used during weddings and hung on doors during Hindu festivals.Food (Herb and Spice)
[Others]: Leaf extracts have anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Bark used in Ayurverdic medicine to treat fever, diabetes, hypertension and intestinal worms. Wood used to make pencils, boxes, matches and drum cylinders. Tall straight trunks used to make masts of sailing ships, hence the common name, Mast Tree.
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