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BENEFITS OF DELONIX REGIA
The wood is employed locally for agricultural implements; handles for carpentry tools, combs
etc. Principle use is as fuel, the calorific value of wood being 4600 kcal/kg.
The tree is mainly valued for its seeds , leaves, shade and ornamental value. The seeds contain
around 17.2% oil. This oil contains normal glycerides, low unsaturation and will be very good
for the production of soaps and shampoos.
The tree is mainly grown for its shade and ornamental value. Because of its hardy nature and
aggressive root system , it is a good tree to control soil erosion in the arid and semi- arid areas.
It is host for lac- insect also.
The seeds yield 18 to 27.5 % fatty oil known as the “ pangam” or “karanga” oil of commerce. Its
main use is in tanning industry. The oil and its “karjan” possess insecticidal and anti- bacterial
properties. The oil also finds use in soap- making, illuminating and pharmaceutical
preparations. The oil is good fertiliser. The seed can also be used in poultry ration to substitute
black “til” component of ration. The seed is carminative, purifies and enriches the blood and is
used in cases of inflammation, “ear ache" and chest complaint.