🌿 Aak
✅ Native

Aak

Calotropis gigantea · Apocynaceae

Also known as: Madar

Pioneer of degraded ground; strong bast fibre; larval host and nectar for pollinators including the plain tiger butterfly; traditional medicine

🗺️ Native range in India: Wasteland and dry plains throughout

Why Aak is a great native choice

  • Pioneer of degraded ground
  • strong bast fibre
  • larval host and nectar for pollinators including the plain tiger butterfly
  • traditional medicine
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Frequently asked questions

Is Aak native to India?

Yes. Aak (Calotropis gigantea) is native to India. Pioneer of degraded ground; strong bast fibre; larval host and nectar for pollinators including the plain tiger butterfly; traditional medicine

What are the benefits of Aak?

Key benefits include: Pioneer of degraded ground; strong bast fibre; larval host and nectar for pollinators including the plain tiger butterfly; traditional medicine.

Should I plant Aak?

Yes, Aak is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R8. See full references.

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