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Useful Karvanda Carissa carandas

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Karvanda: Jungalchi Rani Wild plant of konkan Carissa carandas called Karvanda करवंद in Marathi. Black queen of jungle jungalchi kali maina.  https://bit.ly/3Izr6I6 google map site. Carissa carandas commonly known as Karvanda in Marathi , karonda in Hindi , Black Queen of the jungle, is a wild plant found in the Konkan region of India. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is native to the Indian subcontinent. Karvanda is a small shrub that typically grows up to 1-3 meters in height. It has thorny branches and dark green, glossy leaves. The plant produces fragrant, white flowers that are followed by small, round berries. The berries are the most notable feature of this plant and are highly prized for their edible and tasty nature. The Karvanda fruit is usually around 1-2 centimeters in diameter and has a deep purple to black color when ripe. It has a tangy, sweet-sour flavor and is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants. The fruit is enjoyed fresh as a snack and is also used in ...