Limonia acidissima is the only species within the monotypic genus Limonia. Common names for the species in English include wood-apple and elephant-apple. Limonia acidissima is a large tree growing to 30 ft tall, with rough, spiny bark. All the parts of the vilam tree, such as flame, root, leaf, pod, adhesive, fruit, etc., are rich in medicinal properties. The fruit of this tree contains a considerable amount of protein, carbohydrate, iron, fat, calcium, Vit-B & C, etc. 100 g of ripe fruit pulp contains up to 49 KCal. The fruit is used to make fruit juice with astringent properties and jams. It is rich in protein and minerals and strengthens the bones. Improves memory. According to health experts, wood apple helps relieve constipation, indigestion, dysentery and also boosts the immune system during summers. It is also beneficial for new mothers as it boosts the production of milk.[/one_half_last]