SRI SAI FORESTRY Karanja (Millettia Pinnata) Indian Beach Tree, Pongamia Pinnata, Pongame oil tree, Liquid Fuel Tree Seeds

Description

A fast-growing deciduous tree up to 20 meters tall, it is thought to have originated in India and is found throughout Asia. It grows to about 15-25 meters in height and has a large canopy that spreads equally wide. The leaves are soft, shiny, burgundy in early summer and mature to a glossy, deep green as the season progresses. Small clusters of white, purple, and pink flowers blossom on their branches throughout the year, maturing into brown seed pods. The tree is well suited to intense heat and sunlight, and its dense network of lateral roots and thick, long taproot make it drought tolerant—flowering: March-April. Botanical Name: Millettia pinnata Seed Specifications Specifications Details Brand Sri Sai Forestry Name Karanja seeds Other Common Names Millettia pinnata seeds Indian beach tree seeds Pongamia Pinnata Germination Time 10 to 60 days Flowering Time 3 to 4 years Avg. Tree Height 15 to 30 meters Avg. Weight 2 to 3 gm Usage and Benefits: Karanja oil regulates skin disorders like boils, abscesses, and eczema. It helps in curing ulcers and arthritis. It is also used to reduce inflammation and joint pain. You can also use the Karanja oil to heal wounds. The oil can also used to get relief from muscular pain. Nutritional Components Karanja seeds contain various components, which include Crude Fiber, Ash, Moisture, Oil, and Protein. Seed Requirements Requirements Details Sowing Time April to August Soil It requires well-drained, sandy, and loamy soil. Sunlight It grows in full sunlight Temperature 18 to 25°C Water It requires regular water Fertilizer Organic manure and NPK fertilizer How to Sow Karanja Tree Seeds? Soak the Karanja seeds in water for 24 hours. Use cow dung and organic manure to increase soil fertility. Sow the seeds in pots or directly into the soil. Add water to the soil and ensure the seed gets full sunlight. The seeds will germinate within a couple of weeks. Now, you can transplant the crops in the soil and add crop remedies to prevent crop loss. The Karanja tree will take approximately 3 to 4 years to produce fruits.