Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)
Scientific Name: Pterocarpus marsupium — Malabar kino tree.
Native Home: India, especially the Western Ghats and central Indian forests.
Height: 20–30 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Valuable hardwood used for furniture, construction, and woodwork.
Harvesting: Heartwood and kino resin are harvested; sustainable methods help protect wild populations.
Age to Harvest: Timber harvesting generally requires several decades of growth, depending on local conditions.
Products: Hardwood timber, kino resin, and traditional herbal preparations.
- History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used in Ayurveda, including traditional preparations for blood-sugar-related complaints.
Global Spread: Native to India and cultivated in tropical regions, including botanical collections outside its native range.
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