Alangium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cornaceae. It comprises trees shrubs and climbers found primarily in tropical and subtropical regions. The genus is known for its diverse range of species which are distributed across Africa Asia and Oceania. Alangium plants typically have simple leaves and produce small flowers that are often arranged in clusters. The fruits are usually drupes containing one or more seeds. Some species of Alangium are used in traditional medicine and various parts of the plants such as the bark and roots are believed to have therapeutic properties. Additionally certain species are cultivated for ornamental purposes due to their attractive foliage and flowers. The genus has garnered interest in botanical research due to its varied morphology and ecological significance in its native habitats.
