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DICTIONARY OF PLANTS
Used in Cambodia

OCHNA (Ochnaceae)
Ochna integerrima (Lour.) Merr.
Shrub, 4-8 m tall, rarely more, of the secondary formations and undergrowth of Southeast Asia. The flowery branches are sold during the Chinese New Year, from January till March. The yellow flowers open easily when the cut branch is in the contact with tepid water. They are considered as a lucky charm. In traditional medicine the barks are used as tonic digestive.