Gandharajan

Its flowers have very unique smell so its called 'Gadharajan' meaning king of fragrance. Flowers are of white colour with thick petals.

Malayalam name:Gandharajan, Somanadi Kayam

Sanskrit:Jantuka

English:White emetic Nut

Hindi:Dekamari

Botanical name:Gardenia Gummifera

In Kerala its flowers are used for poojas. Its resin is used in medicines, it has antiseptic property.

Gandharajan

Image of Gandharajan plant from Perunnai
'Gandha Rajan' the name having the meaning 'the king of smells. Its flower has a very special smell. It is white in colur with thick petals. Its used for pooja purposes.

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