CAMPUS TREES

Description: Herbs, stem green or sometimes reddish, glabrous. Leaves alternate. Spikes terminal and axillary, interrupted. Flowers unisexual, mixed, densely arranged; bracts and bracteoles similar, ovate, acuminate; tepals obovate, obtuse; stamens 3, free; ovary obovoid, styles 2, free. Achenes ovoid, acute, membranous; seeds biconvex, dark brown, shining with hexagonal epidermal cells.

Description: Gregarious evergreen trees, to 15 m high, bark pale grey to brown, smooth with vertical striations; blaze dull pink; exudation sticky, red; branchlets glabrous. Leaves simple, alternate, somewhat crowded on twig apices.Flowers polygamous, yellow, streaked with pink, in terminal prominently bracteate panicles; calyx 5-partite, lanceolate, imbricate, deciduous, with some pubescence on outside.

Description: Aporosa cardiosperma is native to tropical regions of Asia, particularly found in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is a small tree or shrub that typically grows in lowland tropical forests. This species may have various local uses, including medicinal applications or as a source of wood or other materials, depending on local traditions and practices. However, specific information on its uses and conservation status may require further research and assessment

Description: Areca triandra Roxb. ex Buch.-Ham., also known as the wild areca palm, is a slow-growing, clumping palm native to Southeast Asia. Reaching 4-5 meters (13-16 feet) tall with a spread of 2.5-3 meters (8-10 feet), it thrives in the understory of tropical rainforests and coastal forests.

Description: Evergreen trees to 25 m high, bark 10-12 mm thick, blackish-grey, mottled with green and black, exfoliating in large thick flakes, exfoliated surface orange-red; blaze pinkish-yellow; exudation milky white latex; trunk with warty tubercles; branchlets glabrous.

Description: Artocarpus hirsutus, commonly known as wild jack or hairy-fruited jack, is native to the Indian subcontinent, specifically to India and Sri Lanka. It is indigenous to the forests and woodlands of these regions. They are found in various types of forests, including tropical evergreen forests. It thrives in the humid and shaded conditions of these forest environments, where it plays a role in the ecosystem as a food source for wildlife and as a component of forest biodiversity.

Description: Azadirachta indica is a medium to large-sized tree that can reach heights of up to 15–25 meters, occasionally taller. It has a dense, spreading crown and a straight trunk that can grow up to 1–1.5 meters in diameter. The leaves are compound, with 9–15 leaflets arranged oppositely along a central axis. The small, fragrant flowers are white and arranged in clusters, while the fruit is a green, olive-like drupe that turns yellow when ripe.

Description: Bauhinia purpurea, commonly known as the Purple Orchid Tree or Butterfly Tree, is a captivating flowering tree native to South Asia.It is known for its beautiful and showy flowers. Its unique leaves, divided into two lobes resembling butterfly wings, add to its charm. Growing to a modest height of 4 to 12 meters, it features a twisted trunk and spreading crown with drooping branches.

Description: Divi-divi, also spelled as Divi divi or Divi-Divi, is a common name for the tree Caesalpinia coriaria. This plant is native to various regions in the Caribbean, northern South America, and parts of Central America. The Divi-divi tree is known for its distinctive appearance, characterized by a twisted trunk and small, compound leaves. It typically grows in dry and arid coastal habitats, including sandy beaches, dunes, and coastal scrublands.

Description: Carallia brachiata is well-adapted to wetland habitats and plays a role in stabilizing soil, providing habitat for wildlife, and contributing to the biodiversity of freshwater ecosystems. Additionally, it may have cultural and economic importance for local communities, who may use its wood for carpentry and its bark or leaves for traditional medicinal purposes.

Description: Cassia plants are known for their beautiful flowers and many species are popular ornamental plants. New leaflets copper brown in colour, drooping. Leafless when flowers, Flowers fragrant, golden yellow, drooping in long clusters. Dark brown fruit long and cylindrical resembling drumstick.

Description: The Dysoxylum malabaricum, also known as white cedar, is a towering evergreen tree native to the Western Ghats of India. It reaches up to 35 meters tall with a straight trunk and rough, grayish-brown bark. Found in evergreen forests between 200 and 1200 meters elevation, it belongs to the mahogany family (Meliaceae) and is valued for its strong, termite-resistant wood. Sadly, this majestic tree is listed as endangered due to habitat loss.

Description: Small spreading tree. Trunk usually short, bark grayish dark brown. Leaf blade suborbicular, acuminate at apex, cordate or rounded at base, pubescent beneath, glabrous above, chartaceous, basal nerves 6-7, lateral nerves 4-5, tertiary nerves transverse and parallel. Figs obconic, with longitudinal ridges, pubescent brown, white spotted, basal bracts 3, triangular, orifice sunken and covered by 6 triangular apical bracts. Syconus fruit.

Description: Ficus tinctoria starts life as an epiphyte, growing on other trees for support. However, as it matures, its roots can grow down and strangle the host tree, becoming a hemiepiphyte (partially epiphytic).Usually a hemi epiphyte i.e. usually young plants are epiphytic and later when the roots come in contact with the ground the it encircles the host tree often resulting in death of host tree.

Description: Lagerstroemia speciosa is a large, flowering tree native to tropical and subtropical Asia, particularly found in countries such as India, Myanmar, Thailand, and the Philippines. It is known for its showy, pink, or purple flowers and attractive bark, making it a popular ornamental tree in gardens and landscapes. Additionally, various parts of the Banaba tree have been used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.

Description: Marcaranga peltata is native to tropical regions of the Americas, particularly in Central America and northern South America. It typically grows in moist, shaded habitats such as tropical forests and riparian zones. The tree is characterized by its large, umbrella-like leaves and is valued for its ornamental foliage. Additionally, it has been used in traditional medicine by indigenous communities for various purposes.

Description: The name mango, almost identical in countless languages, is derived from Tamil, and was transferred to the West by the Portuguese. The general term for "mango" in Tamil is mamaran, but the fruit is usually referred to either as manpalam (also transcribed mambazham for "ripe mango fruit" or mangai for "unripe mango fruit". The term 'mangai' seems to have been picked up by Portuguese sailors who encountered the fruits at harbours and markets.

Description: Sapodilla is a medium-sized tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It has a dense crown of glossy, oval-shaped leaves. The bark is rough and dark brown. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers that are cream-colored and bell-shaped. The fruits, known as sapodillas, are ovoid or ellipsoid in shape, with a rough, sandpapery surface when ripe. The flesh of the fruit is sweet, aromatic, and has a texture similar to that of a pear.

Description: Morus alba, commonly known as the white mulberry, is a deciduous tree belonging to the Moraceae family. Morus alba typically grows to a height of 10 to 20 meters . They are typically glossy green on the upper surface and paler on the underside. Native to eastern and central China. It has been widely cultivated in many parts of the world, including Europe, North America, and parts of Asia and Africa. The fruit is edible and can be eaten fresh or used in cooking, baking, jams, and preserves. White mulberry leaves are the primary food source for silkworms (Bombyx mori), which are used in silk production. The leaves are rich in nutrients and serve as an important component of sericulture

Description: The Nephelium lappaceum, better known as the rambutan, is a delightful tropical fruit tree native to Southeast Asia. This evergreen can reach up to 25 meters tall, boasting a crown of glossy green leaves. Its star attraction is the rambutan fruit itself: round or oval and covered in soft, pliable spines. Underneath the spiky red exterior lies a juicy, white or pinkish flesh with a refreshing, sweet-tart flavor, making it a popular treat enjoyed fresh, canned, or even dried.

Description: Phyllanthus emblica is a medium-sized tree that can reach heights of up to 18 meters (59 feet). It has a spreading crown and often has crooked branches.The leaves are simple, alternate, and linear-oblong in shape, with a pale green color. They are clustered towards the ends of branches.The flowers are small, greenish-yellow and inconspicuous. They are borne in clusters along the branches. The fruits are known as amla or Indian gooseberry, is round, greenish-yellow, and about 1-2 centimeters in diameter. It has a sour taste and is rich in vitamin C.

Description: Plumeria rubra, also widely known as frangipani, is a stunning tropical tree or shrub prized for its beauty and fragrance. Large, glossy, deep green leaves that are oblong or elliptical in shape. They grow in whorls at the tips of branches.Plumeria rubra is famous for its large, clusters of fragrant flowers.

Description: Polyalthia longifolia (Sonn.) Thwaites, also known as the Ashoka tree, is a tall and handsome evergreen tree native to India. It's a popular choice for cultivation due to its beauty and potential medicinal properties. The plant boasts fragrant yellow flowers and dark green, glossy leaves. Traditionally, different parts of the Ashoka tree have been used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments, although scientific evidence for these uses is still being explored.

Description: Pongamia pinnata, also known as the Indian beech, karanj, or karanja oil tree, is a medium-sized, evergreen or briefly deciduous tree in the legume family (Fabaceae). It's native to Southeast Asia and widely cultivated in other tropical and subtropical regions.Fragrant, pea-shaped flowers with purple or violet petals, borne in drooping clusters at the base of the leaves. Overall, Pongamia pinnata is a resilient tree with attractive features that make it suitable for various purposes.

Description: Psidium gujava, also known as the common guava, is a delicious and versatile tropical fruit tree with a twist on its size.It has a shallow root system. Guava produces low drooping branches from the base and suckers from the roots. The trunk is slender, 20 cm in diameter, covered with a smooth green to red brown bark that peels off in thin flakes.

Description: Simarouba glauca is a beautiful and adaptable tree with a unique combination of ornamental and potential economic value. While not facing immediate extinction threats, conservation efforts are important to ensure its continued survival in its natural habitat.

Description: A middle sized deciduous tree with a pleasant aromatic acidic smell, reaching about 9 - 18 m in height. It remains leafless during winter season. Leaves are Compound with 3 pairs of opposite leaflets. The flowers are greyish-white or pale-yellow. Fruit is drupe about an inch long, acidic and aromatic. It becomes greenish yellow when ripe

Description: Strychnos nux-vomica, also known as the strychnine tree, nux vomica, or kuchila, is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly India and Sri Lanka. Round or slightly oval, resembling a small orange or berry.Each fruit contains 1-4 round, flattened seeds with a hard, brown shell. These seeds contain the highly toxic alkaloid strychnine.

Description: Swietenia macrophylla, also known as big-leaf mahogany, is a tropical giant with a regal bearing and a checkered past. It is a tall evergreen tree with hard wood that turns reddish brown at maturity. The leaflets of each large leaf are arranged like a feather, but there is no terminal leaflet.

Description: Syzygium cumini, commonly known as Java plum or Jamun, is a tropical fruit-bearing tree native to the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and surrounding regions. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and is widely cultivated for its edible fruit. It has a sweet and tangy flavor and is often used to make jams, jellies, juices, and desserts. In addition to its culinary uses, Jamun fruit is also valued for its potential health benefits.

Description: Tectona grandis, commonly known as teak, is a species of hardwood tree native to south and southeast Asia, primarily found in countries like India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Indonesia. Teak is highly valued for its durability, water resistance, and natural oils, which make it resistant to pests and decay.

Description: The Terminalia catappa, commonly known as the sea almond, Indian almond, or tropical almond, is a large tropical tree Herbs annual or biennial, with few fibrous roots; stem unbranched, extremely short, sometimes to ca. 1 cm when growing in shade. Leaves forming a flat rosette, subsessile or petiolate; stipule. Fimbriate at apex, yellowish green or red to reddish violet, cuneate to obovate-spatulate, with glandular trichomes or glabrous.

Description: Erect trees with annular petiolar scars. Leaves pinnatisect, 4-6 m long; leaflets reduplicate, 60-100 x 2.5-5 cm, base narrow, apex tapering, acute. Spadices interfoliar, 50-100 cm long, panicled; branches to 60 cm long. Spathe 60-130 cm long, oblong, woody. Flowers monoecious, subsessile. Male flowers: often paired, to 8 mm long. Endocarp stony. Seed coherent with the endocarp.