Thespesia Populnea, commonly known as portia tree, is a species of flowering plant that is native to the tropical regions of the world. It is an evergreen tree that produces yellow flowers, which bloom from the late winter to early spring season. Some of the synonyms for this plant species include the Pacific rosewood, Indian tulip tree, milo, and yellow cedar. These names are often used interchangeably to refer to Thespesia Populnea in different regions of the world. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like inflammation and skin diseases. It is also used in the production of dyes and paper.