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Tree Stories: agroforestry
Profiles of India's trees: what they look like, where they grow, their uses and the stories behind them.
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Indian Mahogany Tree: Regal Presence of Hardwood Majesty
The Indian Mahogany tree (Swietenia mahagoni), also known as Honduran Mahogany, is a tropical hardwood species native to Central America and the...
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Bhojpatra Tree: An Ancient Manuscript of Heritage and Natural Elegance
The Bhojpatra tree (Betula utilis), a Himalayan deciduous species growing at 1,500–3,000 metres altitude, served as a preferred writing medium for ancient...
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Pomegranate Tree: In Agroforestry Practices
Pomegranate (Punica granatum), a deciduous shrub or small tree, is integrated into agroforestry systems for fruit production alongside other crops. Valued for...
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Alder Tree: The Tree of Waterways and Riverside
Alder trees (Alnus) are deciduous species native to North America, Europe, and Asia, thriving in moist, riparian habitats. Belonging to the Betulaceae...
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Mango Tree: A Verdant Legacy of Sweet Abundance
The mango tree (Mangifera indica) is a large evergreen cultivated in South Asia for over 4,000 years and called the 'King of...
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Oak Tree: Majestic Pillar of Temperate Forests
The Oak (genus Quercus, family Fagaceae) is a large tree with broad, lobed leaves and acorn seeds, with over 600 species distributed...
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Peepal Tree: Its Ecological & Spiritual Significance
The Peepal tree (Ficus religiosa) is significant both spiritually and ecologically across Asia. Revered in multiple religions as a symbol of enlightenment—Buddha...
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The Shahtoot Tree: A Treasure of Nature's Bounty
The Shahtoot tree (Morus nigra) is a temperate mulberry valued for its sweet berries and cultural significance. It thrives in various soils,...
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Amla Tree: Unlocking the Treasures of Nature's Wellness Elixir
The Amla tree (Phyllanthus emblica), also known as Indian gooseberry, is a native of the Indian subcontinent valued for its nutritional and...
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Banyan Tree: The Canopy of Timeless Wisdom
The Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis) is a South Asian fig notable for its aerial roots, which develop downward to form additional trunks...
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Jamun Tree: A Tree of Life in Our Garden
The Jamun Tree (Syzygium cumini) is an evergreen native to the Indian subcontinent with deep purple fruits valued for culinary and medicinal...
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Kokam Tree: A Natural Tapestry of Excellence and Heritage
The Kokam Tree, scientifically known as Garcinia indica, is an evergreen native to India's Western Ghats, valued for its dark purple fruits...
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Saptparni Tree: Graceful Canopy
The Saptparni tree (Alstonia scholaris) is a tall Indian tree with a graceful canopy of dense foliage and elegant white flowers. Revered...
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Gulmohar Tree: Flamboyant Blossoms
Gulmohar (Delonix regia) is a deciduous tree native to Madagascar, now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. It is distinguished...
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Lasoora Tree: A Natural Tapestry of Medicinal Marvel
The Lasoora Tree, scientifically known as Murraya koenigii, is a compact botanical specimen prized for its aromatic foliage and delicate white flowers....
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Behada Tree: A Verdant Legacy of Wellness and Reverence
The Behada tree (Terminalia bellirica) is a large deciduous species native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, reaching heights up to...
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Jujube Tree: A Sweet Oasis of Subtropical Charm
The Jujube Tree (Ziziphus jujuba) is a deciduous tree known for its small, sweet fruits that range from yellow to red and...
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