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- Champa also called Plumeria in English is known for its fragrant flowers.
- The flowers are white pink, red, yellow and orange in colour.
- It is found in the Himalayas, up to north east India, South India and South east Asia.
- It usually flowers during warm climates in June-July.
- The oil of champa flowers is used in perfumes.
- The flowers are also used for ornamental purposes during religious or social ceremonies.
- The flowers are also used for their aroma in hair oils.
- Champa flowers are an excellent remedy for skin affected with leprosy.
- The flowers give more fragrance at night to attract Sphinx moths for pollination.
- Champa flowers symbolize new beginnings, beauty, charm, and grace.