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Badam, Indian Almond

Terminalia catappa

Botanical Name: Terminalia catappa
Family: Combretaceae
Common Name: Badam, Indian Almond
Appearance: Features large, glossy, leathery leaves that turn vibrant red, orange, or yellow before falling, with branches arranged in distinct horizontal tiers.
Flower & Fruits: Produces green oval fruits that ripen to red or yellow, containing an edible, nutrient-rich kernel with a mild, nutty flavor inside a hard shell.
Common Uses: It is widely grown for its edible seeds, traditional herbal medicines, ornamental shade, and water-resistant timber.

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