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Vateria indica

Common Name: White Dammar, सफेद डामर, चंद्रुस

Scientific Name: Vateria indicaFamily: Categories: ,
Vateria indica, commonly known as the White Dammar or Indian Copal Tree, is a large evergreen tree that can grow up to 40 meters tall, occasionally reaching up to 60 meters. It features a cylindrical, straight trunk with smooth, grey bark that has green and white blotches. The leaves are simple, alternate, and leathery, with an elliptic-oblong shape. The tree produces small, white, fragrant flowers in clusters, and its fruit is a 3-valved capsule containing a single seed.

Habitat

Endemic to the Western Ghats mountains in India, Vateria indica is typically found in tropical wet evergreen forests at low and mid-elevations, below 1200 meters. The tree is considered vulnerable due to habitat loss.

Planting and Care

  • Propagation: Can be propagated from seeds. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination.
  • Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types.
  • Watering: Requires regular watering, especially during dry periods, but is relatively drought-tolerant once established.

Additional Information

  • Economical Values:
    • Resin: The tree produces a white, aromatic resin known as “dammar,” which is used in varnishes, incense, and traditional medicine.
    • Medicinal Uses: Various parts of the tree are used in traditional medicine to treat ailments such as respiratory disorders, skin conditions, and digestive issues.
    • Ornamental: Due to its attractive foliage and flowers, Vateria indica is also planted as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens.
  • Wildlife Significance:
    • Habitat: Provides shelter and nesting sites for various bird species.
    • Food Source: The flowers attract pollinators, and the seeds are consumed by birds and small mammals.
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