Arjuna Tree

Terminalia arjuna

Name

Marathi: अर्जुन
Hindi: अर्जुन

Biological Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Spermatophyta
Sub-Division: Angiospermae
Class: Dicotyledonae
Sub-Class: Polypetalae
Series: Calyciflorae
Order: Myrtales
Family: Combretaceae
Sub-Family: --
Genus: Terminalia
Species: arjuna

Advantages

  • This tree provides a good quality timber which is useful for agricultural implements and boat building.
  • The bark of this tree is highly valued as a cardiac tonic.
  • The seeds are laxative and are used for stomachic and alterative properties.

Interesting Facts

The plant got its name from a character named "Arjuna" from the epic of Mahabharata, as this plant is associated with warrior prince Arjuna for his strength and resilience.

Cluster Mapping with trees

Cluster Name Tree Numbers
RG-4 162, 172, 173, 175, 176
BOTANICAL GARDEN 103, 16, 17, 107
EKLAVYA 224, 227, 234
ENGINEERING COLLEGE 30, 47
NAKSHATRA GARDEN 28

Description

  • It is a large tree with white bark and opposite leaves.
  • The flowering season is in the months of April-May.
  • Terminalia arjuna (Roxb. ex DC.) Wight & Arn.