The monsoon rains revive trees and bring a fresh appearance to the landscape, with the last Amaltas flowers fading away.
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In India, the Madhukamini, or Murraya paniculata, blooms at the onset of the monsoon, adding lush green and white to the scenery.
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Madhukamini is an evergreen plant known for its resilience to various climates, and its blooming attracts bees and enhances the beauty of parks and gardens.
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The plant is associated with mythical narratives and is often referred to as a “divine flower” in local literature, alongside flowers like Parijaat and Aparajita.
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Madhukamini is also known as Orange Jasmine or mock orange, with its citrus aroma making it popular in the fragrance industry and home gardening.
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In Delhi, Madhukamini is commonly found in residential areas, parks, and gardens, serving as an ornamental plant and contributing to green infrastructure in urban spaces.
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The flowers have medicinal uses for calming therapies and pain relief, and honey extracted from them has a distinctive citrus flavor.
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Similar to Madhukamini, Neroli or bitter-orange trees bloom around the same time and are widely used in the fragrance and wellness industries, with their blossoms featured in various cosmetic products.
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