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The Butter Tree Mahua (Madhuca longifolia) is a medium-sized tree native to Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Butter Tree Mahua (Latin: Madhuca longifolia, family Olacaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Butter Tree Mahua is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Butter Tree Mahua is a member of the Olacaceae family native to BAN, IND, NEP, and SRL. The Butter Tree Mahua thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various soil types—light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay).
Butter Tree Mahua grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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