Alstonia Scholaris Plant (Saptaparni Tree)
Alstonia scholaris, commonly known as Saptaparni, is a large evergreen tree appreciated for its distinctive whorled foliage, fragrant flowers and strong presence in outdoor landscapes. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is naturally distributed across tropical and subtropical regions of Asia through northern Australia.
Its upright growth and substantial tree form make it a suitable choice for avenues, spacious gardens, institutional campuses and larger landscape projects. Saptaparni is also known by common names such as Scholar Tree, Blackboard Tree and Seven-leaved Tree.
Plant’s Description
Botanical Name : Alstonia scholaris (L.) R.Br
Common Name: Saptaparni, Scholar Tree, Blackboard Tree,Indian Devil Tree , dita bark , Saptaparni , blackboard tree , Chitwan plant
Family: Apocynaceae
Plant Type: Large evergreen tree
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Climate: Tropical to subtropical
Soil: Well-drained, well-aerated soil
Water Requirement: Moderate
Flowers: Small, fragrant, greenish-white flowers
Propagation: Commonly through seeds
Landscape Use: Avenues, gardens, campuses and large outdoor spaces
