Botanical name: Putranjiva roxburghii | Hindi: पुत्रजीव | Marathi: पुत्रजीवी | English: Putranjiva, Lucky Bean Tree
About
The Putranjiva tree, also known as the Indian Mast Tree or Lucky Bean Tree, is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It can grow up to 20 meters tall and has a dense, rounded canopy of glossy, green leaves. The leaves are simple, elliptical, and measure 5-12 cm long.
The most interesting feature of the Putranjiva tree is its fruit. The fruits are spherical, woody, and about 2-3 cm in diameter. They are initially green but turn brown as they mature. Inside the hard fruit shell is a single, white seed, which is the part used for medicinal and cultural purposes.
Interesting Facts
Anandvan Trivia Quiz
Question 1: Why am I called “Putranjiva”?Answer: The name “Putranjiva” comes from the Sanskrit words “putra” meaning “son” and “jeeva” meaning “life.” The name is likely due to the belief that the tree can promote fertility and help couples conceive children.