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Yellow Ashok (Saraca indica)

Saraca indica, commonly known as Yellow Ashok, is a tropical tree celebrated for its fragrant flower clusters and attractive foliage, often used ornamentally.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loamy soil is ideal. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is preferred.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense midday sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly during the growing season.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loamy soil is ideal. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is preferred.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

9-15 m

Spread

6-9 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

1.5-2.5 cm

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Synonyms
Jonesia minor Zoll. & Moritzi
Jonesia pinnata Willd.
Saraca arborescens Burm.f.
Saraca bijuga Prain
Saraca harmandiana Pierre
Saraca kunstleri Prain
Saraca lobbiana Baker
Saraca minor (Zoll. & Moritzi) Miq.
Saraca pierreana Craib
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusSaraca
  • speciesSaraca indica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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