Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
Opening times today: 10am - 6pm (Last entry allowed at 5pm)
Kanak Champa Tree
Medicinal
Ayurveda

Kanak Champa Tree

Pterospermum acerifolium

The Kanak Champa Tree is known for its large maple-like leaves and fragrant cream-colored flowers used in traditional ceremonies.

Quick Facts

Height: 15–25 m m
Blooms: March–June
Greyish bark, large lobed green leaves, cream-colored fragrant flowers
20–40°C

Visit Information

Location

Parks, gardens, temple grounds

Best Viewing Time

Deciduous

Habitat & Care

Natural Habitat

Tropical moist deciduous forests

Lifespan

Long-lived

Temperature Range

Warm and humid

Significance

Medicinal Uses

Ornamental planting, traditional medicine

Cultural Significance

Flowers used in religious offerings

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Did You Know?

Leaves are huge and lobed like maple

Flowers bloom at night and are fragrant

Bark used in traditional medicine

Native to South Asia

Plan Your Visit

Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo