Mahogany

The tree in the image appears to be a young Swietenia macrophylla, commonly known as Big-leaf Mahogany. It is characterized by its pinnately compound leaves with glossy, lanceolate leaflets. While widely planted in India for timber and shade, it is native to the tropical regions of the Americas. The identification is based on the leaf morphology and growth habit typical of young mahogany specimens found in Kerala.

In traditional medicine, extracts from the bark and seeds of Swietenia species have been used for their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties, though they are primarily valued for their high-quality timber.

Renowned for producing one of the world's most valuable and durable hardwoods, often referred to as 'green gold' due to its economic significance in the timber industry.