Mookl chaar pann mara

Mookl chaar pann mara (Cordia dichotoma G.Forst)is one of the  native trees in kodagu which grows up to 3–15 m in height. The leaves are simple and arranged spirally,this plant needs an alternative method of propagation, regeneration and conservation using in vitro technique.

Kodava

Mooklchaarpann mara, Gonnepann mara

Kannada

Challe hannu mara, Kaadu tega

Botanical Name

Cordia dichotoma G.Forst

Family

BORAGINACEAE

Flowering starts

January

Fruiting ends

August

Uses

The wood is strong and durable, used for boat building and combs. The leaves are utilized for wrapping, fruits are used for pickling.