mesua ferrea nuga tree sri lanka

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Nuga tree in Sri Lanka, it is a tree with the scientific name Mesua ferrea, which is native to the Indian subcontinent, including Sri Lanka. The Nuga tree is known for its hard, durable wood, which is used in construction and for making furniture, musical instruments, and carvings. The tree produces fragrant white or pale yellow flowers that are used in traditional medicine and Ayurveda for various ailments, including fever, headaches, and respiratory problems. The tree is also known for its edible fruit, which is small and round, and has a bitter taste. In Sri Lanka, the Nuga tree is considered a sacred tree, and its wood and flowers have religious and cultural significance.