Mee

Mee Plant (Madhuca longifolia) – The Tree of Life

Discover the Mee Tree, a symbol of prosperity and sustainability in Sri Lanka. Known for its dense shade, medicinal properties, and ecological importance, this native evergreen is a true guardian of biodiversity.

Features

• Scientific Name: Madhuca longifolia

• Common Name: Mee Tree

• Ideal For: Home gardens, community greening, and reforestation projects

Benefits

• Produces nutrient-rich flowers and seeds used in traditional medicine and oil extraction

• Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies

• Excellent shade tree for warm areas

• Helps improve soil fertility and water retention

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers full sunlight

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

• Soil: Loamy, well-drained soil

• Growth Rate: Moderate to slow, with strong long-term resilience