This medium size deciduous tree occurs in the riverine or riparian forest in Konkan region of Maharashtra. This beautiful flowered tree blooms in summer. Wood is sturdy and durable like Teakwood. Used to construct Boats, Furniture, Bullock Carts and even Railway Wagons. Large lofty trees of this plant can be seen at Dodamarg near Sindhudurg and in Bondala Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa.

(Deciduous Tree – State Flower of Maharashtra – This photo was taken at Parvati Hill in Pune (Maharashtra)).