“Kukul Kakul” in Sinhala commonly known as Queen of Flowering Trees it’s other namesake is “Pride of Burma”.This Flowering tree is a native of Burma. Scientific name is Amherstia nobilis. This Tree did not become widespread because it does not naturally produce seeds.
This flowering tree new leaves dangle from the branches much like handkerchiefs.this tree grow up to 10m tall.this is a one of most beautiful flowering tree in world and it is a delicate and slow growing plant. You can found this tree in Henarathgoda Botanical Garden in gampaha,Sri lanka.
Common Classification |
Common Names |
Queen of Flowering Trees, Pride of Burma |
Scientific Name |
Amherstia nobilis |
Sinhala Name |
Kukul Kakul |
Scientific Classification |
Family |
Fabaceae |
Genus |
Amherstia |
Species |
A. nobilis |
Property |
Use as Herb |
No |
Other Use |
Ornamental tree |
Poisoned / Toxin |
No |
Identification |
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Kukul Kakul Amherstia nobilis Flower |
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