It is also known as peacock flower. It is known also as the peacock flower subfamily. Its given name in English White Gul Mohur, Creamy Peacock Flower or Yellow Gul Mohur. The peacock flower and the cotton root were plants that could be used as abortifacients. Barbados pride, Peacock flower fence, Sandalwood tree, Saga, and Manchadi are additional common names. Common names include jockey's cap lily, Mexican shellflower peacock flower, tiger iris, and tiger flower.