What are the environmental protection uses of Lagerstroemia indica?

Lagerstroemia indica has a strong ability to absorb harmful gases and dust, especially resistance to sulfur dioxide, hydrogen fluoride and chlorine. According to the determination, every kilogram of dried leaves of Lagerstroemia indica can absorb about 10g sulfur, and maintain good growth and development. At the distance of 200 ~ 250m from the pollution source, the leaves can absorb 4.42g of dust per square meter, which can be used as green trees in air pollution areas.

Lagerstroemia indica can produce volatile oil, which has obvious bactericidal effect on pathogenic bacteria such as diphtheria and dysentery.