🌿 Parijat
✅ Native

Parijat

Nyctanthes arbor-tristis · Oleaceae

Also known as: Harsingar

Fragrant night-flowering ornamental; flowers yield a dye; leaves used medicinally; a native ornamental alternative to Lantana

🗺️ Native range in India: Sub-Himalaya and central India; widely planted

Why Parijat is a great native choice

  • Fragrant night-flowering ornamental
  • flowers yield a dye
  • leaves used medicinally
  • a native ornamental alternative to Lantana
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Frequently asked questions

Is Parijat native to India?

Yes. Parijat (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis) is native to India. Fragrant night-flowering ornamental; flowers yield a dye; leaves used medicinally; a native ornamental alternative to Lantana

What are the benefits of Parijat?

Key benefits include: Fragrant night-flowering ornamental; flowers yield a dye; leaves used medicinally; a native ornamental alternative to Lantana.

Should I plant Parijat?

Yes, Parijat 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, R11. See full references.

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