The best growing conditions are a seasonally moist then dry climate with access to full sunlight.

The classification Pterospermum is based on two Greek words, Pteron and Sperma, meaning “winged seed” and the species name acerifolium indicates leaves shaped like a maple's.

It is commonly referred to as Kanak Champa, Muchakunda or Karnikar Tree within its native range.

Many leaves tend to droop downward, giving the tree the appearance that it is wilting, when in fact it could have a sufficient amount of water available.

Leaves have a peltate blade base, meaning the insertion of the petiole is at the center of the leaf.

The sepals of the flower curl outward and around the white and gold stamen located at the center.

The capsule then splits open releasing a massive number of “winged seeds.” Because it takes such a long period to reproduce, it seems the bayur tree can be out-competed by other faster growing plants.

It is not widely distributed or common in natural environments, but is popular plant in gardens and landscaping.

In India they are shaped into regular dinner plates and soup bowls on moulds, some even stitched together with twigs.

An effective tonic can be prepared, as well as being used as a cure for inflammation, ulcers, blood problems, and even tumors.