List of Indian state trees

Neem (Azadirachta indica) in Hyderabad W IMG 6976

Sapling of Hollong tree (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus), the state tree of Assam

Ficus religiosa Bo

Sal (Shorea robusta)- old leaf at Jayanti, Duars W Picture 122

Starr 031209-0059 Cocos nucifera

List of Indian State Trees encompasses the diverse and unique flora that has been designated as state symbols across the various states and union territories of India. Each state and union territory in India has selected a tree that holds cultural, historical, or ecological significance to represent it. These trees not only symbolize the ecological wealth of the region but also reflect the cultural heritage and identity of the people living there. This article provides an overview of the trees that have been chosen as symbols by the different states and union territories of India.

Overview[edit | edit source]

India's rich biodiversity is reflected in the wide variety of trees that have been adopted as state symbols. These trees are often chosen for their unique qualities, such as their ability to thrive in the local climate, their use in traditional medicine, their historical significance, or their role in local folklore and traditions. The selection of state trees is an acknowledgment of the importance of nature and biodiversity conservation, encouraging the protection and appreciation of these vital natural resources.

List of Indian State Trees[edit | edit source]

Below is a list of the trees that have been designated as state symbols by the various states and union territories of India:

Andhra Pradesh: Neem (Azadirachta indica)

Arunachal Pradesh: Hollong (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus)

Assam: Hollong (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus)

Bihar: Peepal (Ficus religiosa)

Chhattisgarh: Sal (Shorea robusta)

Goa: Matti or Terminalia crenulata

Gujarat: Mango (Mangifera indica)

Haryana: Peepal (Ficus religiosa)

Himachal Pradesh: Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara)

Jharkhand: Sal (Shorea robusta)

Karnataka: Sandalwood (Santalum album)

Kerala: Coconut (Cocos nucifera)

Madhya Pradesh: Banyan (Ficus benghalensis)

Maharashtra: Mango (Mangifera indica)

Manipur: Uningthou (Phoebe hainesiana)

Meghalaya: White Teak (Gmelina arborea)

Mizoram: Ironwood (Mesua ferrea)

Nagaland: Alder (Alnus nepalensis)

Odisha: Banyan (Ficus benghalensis)

Punjab: Sheesham (Dalbergia sissoo)

Rajasthan: Khejri (Prosopis cineraria)

Sikkim: Rhododendron

Tamil Nadu: Palm Tree (Borassus flabellifer)

Telangana: Jammi (Prosopis cineraria)

Tripura: Agar (Aquilaria agallocha)

Uttar Pradesh: Ashoka Tree (Saraca asoca)

Uttarakhand: Burans (Rhododendron arboreum)

West Bengal: Alstonia Scholaris

Significance[edit | edit source]

The selection of state trees is more than a mere symbolic gesture. It plays a crucial role in environmental conservation efforts by raising awareness about the importance of preserving native flora. Furthermore, it fosters a sense of pride and identity among the residents of the states. By promoting their state trees, states encourage the conservation of these species and their habitats, contributing to the broader goals of biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability in India.

Conservation Efforts[edit | edit source]

Conservation efforts for these state trees vary from state to state, involving activities such as planting drives, awareness campaigns, and legal protection measures. These efforts are crucial for protecting the trees from threats such as deforestation, urbanization, and climate change. By conserving their state trees, states not only preserve their natural heritage but also contribute to the ecological balance and health of their environments.