Kingdom Plantae Family Celastraceae Scientific name Kokoona zeylanica | Order Celastrales Genus Kokoona Rank Species | |
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Similar Hippocrateaceae, Celastraceae, Maytenus, Calophyllum | ||
Kokoona zeylanica, known in Sinhala as කොකුන් - (Kokun) is a species of plant in the Celastraceae family. The genus is classified in the family Hippocrateaceae by some authorities.
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It is endemic to Sri Lanka. It is extant at Adam's Peak and at Kanneliya.
The species has been listed by the IUCN as threatened.
Description
The Kokun is a large tree with a rough grey bark. It flowers from March to May.
Uses
The Kokun is regarded as a medicinal plant traditionally used in a number of conditions. The seed oil from this plant is effective as a leech repellent.
The inner bark has been used by jewellers as a polish.
References
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