Kokoona zeylanica
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Kokoona zeylanica Thwaites
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Kokoona zeylanica, known in Sinhala as කොකුන් - (Kokun) is a species of plant in the Celastraceae family. The genus is classified in the family Hippocrateaceae by some authorities.[1]
It is endemic to Sri Lanka. It is extant at Adam's Peak[2] and at Kanneliya.[3]
The species has been listed by the IUCN as threatened.[4]
Description
The Kokun is a large tree with a rough grey bark. It flowers from March to May.[3]
Uses
The Kokun is regarded as a medicinal plant traditionally used in a number of conditions.[3][5] The seed oil from this plant is effective as a leech repellent.[1][3]
The inner bark has been used by jewellers as a polish.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Kokoona zeylanica in BoDD – Botanical Dermatology Database
- ^ Duraisamy, S. (28 July 2008). "Man feels the pinch for 'kokum' bark offence". Daily News. Retrieved 28 July 2008.
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(help) - ^ a b c d "Kokoona zeylanica". Asia Medicinal Plants Database. National Agrobiodiversity Centre. Retrieved 28 July 2008.
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(help) - ^ Rajathewa, R A M P. "List of Threatened Plants according to IUCN Red Data Book (1999)". Environment Sri Lanka. Retrieved 28 July 2008.
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(help) - ^ Wijesundara, D S A. "Inventory, documentation and status of medicinal plants research in Sri Lanka" (PDF). Medicinal Plants Research in Asia. International Plant Genetic Resources Institute. Retrieved 28 July 2008.
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