Cananga odorata

Ylang ylang(Mysore chembakam)

Scientific name: Cananga odorata

Family: Annonaceae

Native to malesian ecoregion

it is a fast-growing tree; attains an average height of 12m in an ideal climate.

The compound evergreen leaves are pinnate,smooth and glossy and 13-21cm long.

Leaflets are oval,pointed,and with wavy margins.

The flower is drooping ,long-stalked,with six narrow,greenish-yellow petals,rather like a sea star in appearance 

It yields a highly fragrant essential oil, used in aromatherapy,perfumery etc 

Dried fruits are good feed for birds