March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Ilanji (Mimusops elengi) is a tropical tree that produces tiny flowers that release a sweet aroma during night. The leaves thus without doubt form a part of perfumes with intoxicating fragrance.

Ilanji prefers cool climate, but doesnÂ’t withstand frost. The tree is also found in tropical conditions.

The Hindi word for ilanji is kabiki. The fruit of ilanji (or ilanjhi) is edible. The fruit has a thick outer skin which encloses sweet yellow pulp and taken fresh.

Different parts of ilanji tree have medicinal properties. Researches by different organizations show positive effects on reducing ulcer and hyper tension.

Mimusops elengi belongs to the family Sapotaceae.