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Alexandrian laurel, Beach calophyllum
Calophyllum inophyllum
"Tamanu"
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🌱 Story of Alexandrian laurel, Beach calophyllum
Calophyllum inophyllum is a large evergreen tree reaching up to 30m tall with broad spreading crown, glossy oval leaves, fragrant white flowers, and round green fruits. Native to coastal forests of tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia, it thrives in sandy soils and tolerates salt spray. Provides excellent shade, used for timber, dye, oil, and land rehabilitation.
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Tree Details
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Pet Name
Tamanu
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Family
Calophyllaceae
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Native Status
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City / Area
mondro kollam
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Location Category
Roadside
Measurements
30.0
Approx Height (m)
100
Approx Lifespan (yrs)
0
Approx Age
Sapling
Growth Stage
This tree helps the planet every day
Here’s what Alexandrian laurel, Beach calophyllum gives back
CO₂ Absorbed per year
50 kg
Equivalent to removing 250 km of car emissions annually.
Oxygen Released
36 kg
Water Conserved
8,500 L
🩺 Medicinal Properties
Tamanu oil from seeds treats wounds, burns, skin issues; anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial. Bark and latex used for rheumatism, ulcers, eye ailments in traditional medicine.
🔥 What makes Alexandrian laurel, Beach calophyllum Special
Produces biodiesel from seeds; valuable timber; windbreak and coastal stabilizer; flowers attract pollinators.
Where it grows
8.995729 N
76.616752 E
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May 02, 2026
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