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Where does Magnolia champaca grow and where has it been cultivated?

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Magnolia flower — Magnoliales Magnolia (*Magnolia fraseri*).

Magnolia champaca, also known as the champaka or champac, is a tree native to tropical Asia, specifically believed to be indigenous to India and Myanmar. However, because the tree has been cultivated for many centuries, its exact original natural range is difficult to determine.12

Regarding its cultivation, the tree is widely grown in tropical regions across the world. It is frequently planted as an ornamental tree for its highly fragrant yellow flowers, which are used in perfumes and as offerings to deities in India, where it is often found on the premises of Hindu temples. Beyond its ornamental use, the tree is also valued locally for its timber, which is utilized for making light furniture, plywood, boats, drums, and religious engravings.21