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Indian bael
Scientific Name: Aegle marmelos
Family: Rutaceae
Category: Dicot
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Bael (Aegle marmelos)
Bael, also known as the Wood Apple, is a species native to India with a rich history and diverse uses. The tree is considered sacred in Hinduism and its fruit is utilized in traditional medicine and various culinary applications.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that bael is a spiny tree, which may pose a physical hazard to pets.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions that bael is a spiny tree, which may pose a physical hazard to children.
Common Names
- Bael
- Wood Apple
- Bengal Quince
- Indian Bael
- Stone Apple
- Golden Apple
- Holy Fruit
- Bilva
- Bela
- Bili
- Bilwa
- Belapatri
- Sriphal
- Vilvam
- Maredu
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aegle marmelos Correa ex Roxb. (Linn.)
- Family: Rutaceae
- Synonyms:
- Feronia pellucida Roth.
- Crataeva marmelos L.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to India.
- Widely found in Asia, including:
- Northern, central, eastern, and southern parts of India
- Sri Lanka
- Pakistan
- Southern Nepal
- Bangladesh
- Southeast Asia
- Grows in dry forests on hills and plains.
Morphological Characteristics
- Deciduous tree with trifoliate aromatic leaves.
Traditional Uses
- Extensively described in Indian literature since the Vedic period.
- One of the Dashamoola herbs (group of ten roots).
- All parts of the tree are used in home remedies.
- Used in ritualistic worship of the Hindu God Shiva.
- Leaves have been traditionally used for various purposes.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Used as antihyperglycemic agents in animal studies.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life