I am a small edible seed used like a nut.

Native to India; harvested from wild trees in central and western India.

Tree is drought-tolerant; grows in dry forests.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 20–35°C.

Tree grows from seed; spacing 6–8 meters apart.

Minimal; thrives in natural forest soils.

Botanical name: Buchanania lanzan; Family: Anacardiaceae.

Safe for humans; not recommended for pets.

Rich in protein, oil, and minerals; used in sweets, gravies, and Ayurveda.

Overharvesting and deforestation threaten wild populations.

Tree can live 40–50 years; starts bearing seeds in 7–8 years.