Common name Spanish cherry, Bokul
Scientific name MimusopselengiL.
Family Sapotaceae
Tree Tree
Uses
1. The bark, flowers, fruits, and seeds are used in Ayurvedic medicine, in which it is purported to be astringent, cooling,anthelmintic, tonic, and febrifuge.
2. It is also used for dental ailments such as bleeding gums, pyorrhoea , dental caries, and loose teeth.
3. The flowers can be used as a filling for pillows, in scented sachets etc.