Butea monosperma is a species of Butea native to tropical and sub-tropical parts of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia, ranging across India and South east Asian countries. Also known as palash, dhak or tesu, it is a medium sized dry season-deciduous tree which can grow up to 15 meters with a growth rate of a few feet per year. The leaves are pinnate, with an 8--16 cm petiole and three leaflets, each leaflet 10--20 cm long. The flowers are 2.5 cm long, bright orange-red, and produced in racemes up to 15 cm long. The fruit is a pod 15--20 cm long and 4--5 cm broad
It is used for timber, resin, fodder, medicine, and dye. The wood is dirty white and soft and, being durable under water, is used for well-curbs and water scoops. Good charcoal can be made from it. The leaves are usually very leathery and not eaten by cattle.
Dating back to history, this plant lends its name to the town of Palashi which is the famous battleground for the historic Battle of Plassey. It is also said that the tree is a form of Agnidev, God of Fire. It was a punishment given to Him by Goddess Parvati for disturbing Her and Lord Shiva's privacy.
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