Aegle Marmelos
This plant belongs to the orange family, and its fruit is known in India as Bhel fruit. It is like an orange; the thick rind of the unripe fruit possesses astringent properties, and, when ripe, has an...
This plant belongs to the orange family, and its
fruit is known in India as Bhel fruit. It is like an orange; the
thick rind of the unripe fruit possesses astringent properties,
and, when ripe, has an exquisite flavor and perfume. The fruit and
other parts of the plant are used for medicinal purposes, and a
yellow dye is prepared from the skin of the fruits.
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