"Planting a Mahua is planting a lifeline—for people, for wildlife, for tradition. Its flowers feed the forest, its shade shelters the soul, and its roots remember our ancestors. Let this tree grow as a tribute to nature, a gift to the Earth, and a promise that we still care."
Culinary & Economic Uses
Edible flowers & fruits: Used in sweets, syrups, and traditional liquors.
Seeds yield oil: Known as “butter tree,” the oil is used for cooking, soap, and skincare products.
2. Health & Medicinal Benefits
Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant: Helps with diabetes, arthritis, fever, ulcers, asthma, and more.
Skin & wound healing: Used for cuts, rashes, joint pain, and insect bites.
Boosts digestion & immunity: Acts as a natural tonic, diuretic, and digestive aid.
3. Environmental & Ecological Role
Supports wildlife: Flowers and fruits feed birds, bats, and animals in dry seasons.
Soil improvement: Deep roots prevent erosion; seedcake enhances soil fertility.
4. Practical & Cultural Importance
Fodder for livestock: Leaves and flower waste are used for animal feed.
Durable wood: Used in building tools, furniture, and making charcoal.
Tribal heritage: Deeply rooted in tribal traditions, rituals, and village economies.

