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Tree Stories: Sustainable agriculture
Profiles of India's trees: what they look like, where they grow, their uses and the stories behind them.
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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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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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Sandalwood Tree: The Fragrance of Forests
Santalum album, known as the Sandalwood tree, is a small evergreen native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, renowned for its...
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Buransh Tree: Scarlet Emissary of Himalaya
Buransh Tree (Rhododendron arboreum) is an evergreen or deciduous Himalayan tree with large leathery leaves and clusters of scarlet flowers. Thriving in...
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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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Shisham Tree: Capturing the Graceful Essence of Tree Blossoms
The Mahua tree (Madhuca longifolia), also called Madhuca indica, is a tall native tree of the Indian subcontinent prized for its fragrant...
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Ironwood Tree: Strength in Simplicity
The Ironwood tree (Mesua ferrea) is a tropical Asian evergreen with hard, decay-resistant wood used for centuries in construction, carpentry, and traditional...
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Flame of the Forest Tree: A Botanical Marvel Igniting Cultural Traditions
The Flame of the Forest Tree (Butea monosperma), commonly known as Palash, is a deciduous tropical tree with orange-red flowers that holds...
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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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Kikar Tree: The Nature's Fortress
The Kikar Tree (Acacia nilotica), commonly called Babul, is a hardy tree that thrives in arid and semi-arid regions, serving as nature's...
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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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