Evodia - The Fragrant Flowering Shrubs of Asia and the Pacific Islands

Evodia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rutaceae, native to Asia and the Pacific Islands. The name "evodia" comes from the Greek words "eu", meaning "good", and "odous", meaning "smell", referring to the fragrant flowers of these plants.

There are about 20 species of Evodia, which are commonly known as "Evodia" or "Evodianthus". They are deciduous shrubs or small trees that grow up to 10 meters tall, with simple, alternate leaves and showy, white, pink, or purple flowers. The fruit is a red or yellow berry that contains one or two seeds.

Evodia species are widely distributed in Asia, from India and China to Japan and the Philippines, and also in the Pacific Islands, including Hawaii and Samoa. They are often found growing in open forests, woodlands, and along streamsides, and are valued for their ornamental flowers and fruit. Some species of Evodia are also used medicinally, as they contain compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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