sage-leaf alangium

Alangium salviifolium (L.f.) Wangerin is a member of the Cornaceae family and is distributed globally, with notable presence in regions such as Bangladesh, Comoros, India, Kenya, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and the West Himalaya. In India, it is commonly found in dry areas, including plains and low hills, and is often observed growing along roadsides. The plant is known by various local names, including udugu chettu in Telugu, Ankolam in Malayalam, Ankola in Kannada, Akola or Ankol in Hindi, and Alanji in Tamil.