Short Communication | Published: 30 September 2025

Utilization of flower and honey of Dombeya spectabilis in Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh

Ishita Jain and Amit Tomar

Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products | Volume: 32 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 198-201 | 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2025-6OCCU3 | Cite this article

Abstract

Dombeya spectabilis often called Bee tree or Honey tree is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree recognized for its large, fragrant winter flowers. Both the flowers and flower-nectar (honey) are integrated into traditional ethnomedicine and local remedies to treat various ailments in the area. Dwarf honey bees (Apis florea) collect the sugary nectar from flowers to produce rich honey. It is widely cultivated in Meerut and NCR. The honey is used by local people  of Meerut district in treating their ailments. Honey obtained from Dombeya spectabilis is used for antibacterial, wound healing effects, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antifungal and digestive health.

Keywords

Flower, Honey, Folk medicine, Utilization

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Jain, I. and Tomar, A., 2025. Utilization of flower and honey of Dombeya spectabilis in Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. Journal of Non-Timber Forest Products, 32(3), pp.198-201. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps2000-2025-6OCCU3

Publication History

Manuscript Received on 01 September 2025

Manuscript Revised on 24 September 2025

Manuscript Accepted on 27 September 2025

Manuscript Published on 30 September 2025

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