Cordia myxa, commonly known as Assyrian Plum, Lasura, or Sapistan, is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to South Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. It is highly valued for its edible fruits, medicinal properties, and ornamental appeal. The tree is commonly cultivated in agroforestry systems, home gardens, and reforestation projects, especially in arid and semi-arid regions.

This hardy species features broad, ovate leaves and produces small, pale purple to white flowers followed by mucilaginous, sweet, olive-like fruits that are used in pickles, traditional medicine, and Ayurvedic remedies.