Sui-Mei

Common Name: Wrightia religiosa
Scientific Name: Wild Water Plum, Wrightia Religiosa, Sui-Mei, Easter Tree, Wrightia
Family: Apocynaceae

General Facts:

• This plant is sacred among Buddhists: It has always been a popular ornamental tree in temples and houses
• A very fragrant, enchanting shrub, flowers are fruity scented, pendant, are born along its twiggy branches

Medical Facts:

• Traditionally used as medicinal herb, roots are used to cure skin disease

Interesting Facts:

• A favourite for bonsai species: the Wrightia is twiggy and exhibits good bonsai character

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