A commemorative postage stamp issued on (06.March.2009) the Pterospermum Acerifolium: Commonly known as Kanak Champa ,Bayur Tree, Dinnerplate Tree , Muchakunda Tree. The beautiful tree is in the Northern part of India. Pterospermum Acerifolium is an evergreen tree with an irregular crown with, thick, steeply ascending branches.It can grow up to 30 metres tall. The bole is often crooked.The tree is gathered from the wild for a range of local uses - medicinal timber, plate substitutes etc. It is planted as a roadside tree or garden ornamental, being valued especially for its beautiful, fragrant blooms, large leaves and the shade it provides.
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