Kesu Flower

Botanical Name: Butea Monosperma
Common Names: Coral, Gule Nishtar

Kesu flowers are feathery yellow or orange swirling flowers. They are arrow shaped and have pointed tubular petals with a very slight scent. They work well in floral, citrus and autumn potpourries. Dried leaf or root tea is traditionally a digestive tonic. Dried infusion is an adrenaline tonic. The seeds are a source of moodooga oil used as a vermifuge. They are also used in making cosmetics like oils, perfumes, cleansing milk, etc. They are also used as fuel.