Morinda coreia

Botanical name: Morinda coreia

Common name: Noni, Bartondi

Distribution: Peninsular India

Habitat: Moist and dry deciduous forests

Habit:

·         Deciduous tree

·         Small Tree

Specific Properties:

·         Drought tolerant tree

·         Fire resistant

Ecology: 

·         Symbiotic ant- plant mutualism

·         Attracts bees

Uses:

·         It is used to make the morindone dye, which is sold under the trade name “Suranji”

·         The fresh fruits of M. coreia are rich in protein, carbohydrate, vitamin and mineral contents

·         The plant is used in the treatment of hypertension, painful menstruation, arthritis, diabetes gout, gingivitis, and depression

Propagation:

·         Seeds