oikos : for Ecological Services

August - 2010
Dear Nature Lovers, Greetings from oikos ! Native plants are being used traditionally for various purposes. Sagargota is one such climber which is being used as hedge plant since years. Due to its thorny character it is planted to protect the land. Flowers are bright yellow so this plant can also be used in beautification.
Regards, Ketaki & Manasi.
Sagargota Scientific name: Caesalpinia bonducella Family: Caesalpiniaceae This is a large scandent, prickly, climbing shrub found commonly in dry parts of India. It is very commonly planted as hedge due to its prickly branches and leaves. The fruits too are prickly with round hard seeds. These seeds are used as a playing tool by women in rural areas. Seeds, leaves and bark are medicinal in character. Also it is a larval host for butterflies, Common grass yellow & Plains cupid. Many bees &insects are attracted to its flowers.

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