Polyalthia Longifolia

Family

Annonaceae

Origin

India

Description

Polyalthia Longifolia is commonly known as Asopalav. Glossy green, long, narrow leaves have attractive wavy edges. The weeping, branching habit of this 25-foot tall tree gives it a narrow columnar shape. Very graceful with its downward-sweeping branchlets and shining green foliage. Flowers appear during March and April, for a short period two or three weeks only.

Environment

Polyalthia Longifolia can be grown easily from seed or cuttings. It is a fast-growing tree and requires good exposure to sunlight and moderate watering. Evergreen bloomers no particular time period.

Landscape Uses

It is usually used as boundary borders.