genus pongamia (Meaning)

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genus pongamia (n)

one species: Indian beech

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

**Genus Pongamia** belongs to the Fabaceae family and is commonly known as the Pongamia tree.
**Genus Pongamia** includes several species native to Southeast Asia and Australia.
The most widely cultivated species of **genus Pongamia** is Pongamia pinnata, which is known for its medicinal and oil-producing properties.
**Genus Pongamia** trees are characterized by their evergreen foliage and large, glossy leaves.
The flowers of **genus Pongamia** are white or purple and are arranged in axillary racemes.
The fruits of **genus Pongamia** are pods that contain oily seeds.
The oil extracted from **genus Pongamia** seeds is referred to as pongamia oil or karanja oil.
Pongamia oil is used as a biofuel and has potential as a feedstock for biodiesel production.
The leaves of **genus Pongamia** have medicinal properties and are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.
**Genus Pongamia** trees are also known for their ability to fix nitrogen and improve soil fertility.

one species: Indian beech

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

**Genus Pongamia** belongs to the Fabaceae family and is commonly known as the Pongamia tree.

**Genus Pongamia** includes several species native to Southeast Asia and Australia.

The most widely cultivated species of **genus Pongamia** is Pongamia pinnata, which is known for its medicinal and oil-producing properties.

**Genus Pongamia** trees are characterized by their evergreen foliage and large, glossy leaves.