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Melia is a genus of flowering trees in the mahogany family, Meliaceae. The name is derived from μηλια, the Greek word Theophrastus (c. 371 – c. 287 BC) used for Fraxinus ornus, which has similar leaves.

Selected species

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Formerly placed here

 * Azadirachta excelsa (Jack) M.Jacobs (as M. excelsa Jack )
 * Azadirachta indica A.Juss. (as M. azadirachta L. )
 * Cipadessa baccifera (Roth) Miq. (as M. baccifera Roth )
 * Dysoxylum parasiticum (Osbeck) Kosterm. (as M. parasitica Osbeck )
 * Sandoricum koetjape (Burm.f.) Merr. (as M. koetjape Burm.f. )

Use for Restoration
Melia toosendan is characteristic of secondary growth in evergreen forests and mixed forests, at elevations of 700 to 1450 meters. M. toosendan is an excellent framework species. Firstly, it is the fastest growing species tested at FORRU CMU and achieves high survival rates. Additionally, they develop very broad crowns, which contribute substantially to forest canopy cover and suppress weed growth. Flowering occurs from the 4th year after planting and fruiting from the 5th, which attracts barking deer. This species is also very attractive to birds, with 24 species recorded as regular visitors, including 5 bulbul species, which are important seed dispersers. Its fragrant flowers attract many insects, as well. Furthermore, M. toosendan is very resilient after burning. Although the saplings are very delicate and require extreme care during transport, M. toosendan grows well with minimal aftercare. However, it is particularly responsive to cardboard mulching. Excellent results have been achieved with direct seeding.