Thailand, a country rich for its culture, heritage and monarchy. The flower Ratchaphruek was selected as its national flower in October 2001 in respect of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Each day of the week represents a specific colour in Thai culture. As the late king was born on Monday, the Ratchaphruek's bright gold yellow in its flower bursts, was selected as the national flower. In Thai culture, yellow is seen as the colour of glory, harmony, and unity. Hence, yellow is also the national color and this flower's color is fondly named the royal yellow. The Ratchaphruek is a stunning tree and when it blossoms. The flowers gather in clusters while the leaves fall. Hence if you get to a see a ratchaphruek full of green leaves, it is not in blossom period which is usually during the hottest months from April to September. The tree bears fruits which is not edible but accordingly to history has some medicinal values as it is known as a ‘disease killer’ in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It attracts the carpenter bees most and also some wild animals.