Neem (Azadirachta indica)

Azadirachta indica, sometimes referred to as neem, nimtree, or Indian lilac, is a member of the Meliaceae family of mahogany trees. Within the genus Azadirachta, there are just two species. Although it was originally from the northeast of the Indian subcontinent and Indochina, it has since become naturalised and is now grown in tropical and subtropical regions all over the world. Neem oil is produced from the plant's fruits and seeds.

Hollong (Dipterocarpus retusus)

Hollong, also known as Dipterocarpus retusus, is a sizable tree. China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, and India are its native countries.

Assam has the same state tree as Arunachal Pradesh. For the Assamese Moran community, Hollong is a sacred tree.

Peepal (Ficus religiosa)

The Moraceae, also known as the fig or mulberry family, includes the Ficus religiosa, or sacred fig, a type of fig that is indigenous to the Indian subcontinent and Indochina. In addition to these names, it is also known as the ashvattha tree, peepal tree, peepul tree, and bodhi tree. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism are the three main religions that emerged in the Indian subcontinent and are thought to have special religious significance for the sacred fig. The species is regarded as sacred by Hindu and Jain ascetics, who frequently meditate beneath it. This is the species of tree that it is thought Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment under. The state tree of the Indian states of Odisha, Bihar, and Haryana is the sacred fig.

Sarai (Shorea robusta)

The sal tree, Shorea robusta, often known as sala, shala, sakhua, or sarai, is a type of tree in the Dipterocarpaceae family. The tree is indigenous to the Himalayan areas, including Tibet, Bangladesh, Nepal, and India. In northern India, encompassing Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and Jharkhand, the sal tree is also known as sakhua. It is the national tree of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand, two states in India.

Matti (Terminalia elliptica)

An indigenous species of Terminalia called Terminalia elliptica is found in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam throughout southern and southeast Asia. In southern India, it is a significant component of both dry and moist deciduous forests.
The tree is also known as saaj, Indian laurel, marda, and crocodile bark because of its distinctive bark pattern.

Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis)

A banyan, which is frequently spelled “banian,” is a type of fig that grows auxiliary trunks from accidental prop roots, enabling the tree to grow endlessly.
The name F. benghalensis was first applied to the species in India when early European explorers noticed that Banyans—a spelling error for Baniyas, a group of Indian traders—frequented the tree's shade.

It is also the National Tree Of India.

Deodar Tree (Cedrus deodara)

Himalayan cedar, also known as deodar or Cedrus deodara, is a type of cedar that is indigenous to the Himalayas. It is a sizable coniferous tree that grows to a height of 40–50 metres (131–164 feet). The botanical name, which is also known by its English common name, is derived from the Sanskrit word devadaru, which translates to “wood of the gods” and is a combination of the words deva (“god”) and daru (“tree”).

Sandalwood (Santalum album)

The traditional source of sandalwood oil is a small tropical tree known as Santalum album, sometimes known as Indian sandalwood. Southeast Asia and southern India are its native lands. Hinduism regards it as sacred, and its aromatic properties are highly valued. But because of overexploitation brought on by the species' high value, the natural population is now in danger of going extinct. Despite the plant's extended lifespan, it takes many years before a harvest is feasible.

Coconut Tree (Cocos nucifera)

The palm tree family (Arecaceae) includes the coconut tree (Cocos nucifera). Among its many uses are those for food, fuel, cosmetics, traditional medicine, and building materials. Since it is utilised in Hindu rituals, it has taken on a sacred importance in many South Asian civilizations. It serves as the foundation for Hindu wedding and devotional rites.

Mango Tree (Mangifera indica)

The flowering plant species Mangifera indica, or mango, belongs to the Anacardiaceae family. It is a substantial fruit tree that can reach a height of 30 metres (100 ft). The “Indian type” and the “Southeast Asian type” of current mangoes represent two different genetic groups.
Mangoes were first domesticated in Southeast Asia, and they have since been spread to other tropical areas of the world.

Uningthou (Phoebe hainesiana)

In Meitei, Phoebe hainesiana is known as Uningthou, which literally translates as “tree king” or “wood king.” It is an Indian-born tree species that belongs to the Lauraceae family.

Gamhar (Gmelina arborea)

Fast-growing Gmelina arborea, also known as gamhar in local dialects as beechwood, goomar teak, Kashmir tree, white teak, or yamane, is a member of the Lamiaceae family of deciduous trees. In India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and the southern regions of China, Gmelina arborea grows naturally.

Indian Rose Chestnut (Mesua ferrea)

The species Mesua ferrea, sometimes known as the Ceylon ironwood or cobra saffron, belongs to the Calophyllaceae family. The name of this slow-growing tree refers to how heavy and tough its wood is. Its graceful shape, grayish-green foliage with a lovely pink to scarlet flush of drooping young leaves, and enormous, fragrant white flowers have led to its widespread cultivation as an ornamental. It grows in evergreen forests, particularly in river valleys, in moist, tropical regions of Sri Lanka, India, southern Nepal, Burma, Thailand, Indochina, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Sumatra. It is the state tree of Mizoram, the state tree of Tripura, and the national tree of Sri Lanka.

Alder (Alnus nepalensis)

Large alder trees called Alnus nepalensis can be found in the subtropical Himalayan mountains. The tree's English name is Nepalese alder, and its Nepali name is Utis. It is utilised for manufacturing charcoal, fuel, and land reclamation. The tree has a rapid growth rate and is occasionally planted to prevent erosion on hillsides and to recover lost ground during shifting agriculture.

Shisham (Dalbergia sissoo)

A robust, fast-growing, deciduous rosewood tree, Dalbergia sissoo, also known as North Indian rosewood or shisham, is indigenous to the Indian subcontinent and southern Iran. A big, crooked tree called D. sissoo with white or pink flowers and long, leathery leaves. One of the best woods for veneer and cabinets is North Indian rosewood.

Khejri (Prosopis cineraria)

A species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family of peas is called Prosopis cineraria, sometimes referred to as ghaf. Its native range includes Yemen, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Iran, India, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and other desert regions of Western Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. It has feather-like leaves. It can endure prolonged drought.
In India, Telangana (where it is known as Jammi) and Rajasthan (where it is known as Khejri) both have Prosopis cineraria as their official trees.

Rhododendron (Rhododendron niveum)

Rhododendron niveum is a species of rhododendron that is indigenous to northern India, Bhutan, and southern Tibet in China. It thrives there at elevations of 2,600-3,500 m (8,500-11,500 ft). It is a perennial shrub.

Palmyra Tree (Borassus flabellifer)

The doub palm, also called the palmyra palm, the panai maram, the tala or tal palm, the toddy palm, the wine palm, and the ice apple, is a species of Borassus flabellifer that is indigenous to South Asia (particularly Bangladesh and South India).
It is referred to as “katpaha tharu” (the “celestial tree”) in Tamil culture since all of its components have a purpose. An ancient tree deity associated with fertility associated with the Palmyra palm is known as Panaiveriyamman and is named after panai, the Tamil name for the palm. The name of this deity, Taalavaasini, further associates her with all varieties of palms.

Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis)

The Thymelaeaceae family includes the plant species Aquilaria malaccensis. Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand are among the countries that have it. Loss of habitat is a hazard to it. The main source of agarwood, a resinous heartwood used in incense and scent, is Aquilaria malaccensis.

Ashoka (Saraca asoca / Saraca indica)

The plant Saraca asoca, also known as the Ashoka tree, is a member of the Detarioideae subfamily of the Fabaceae family of plants. In the cultural traditions of the Indian subcontinent and its neighbouring regions, it is a significant tree. A similar plant known as Saraca indica has also been called Ashoka. Throughout the Indian subcontinent, particularly in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, the ashoka tree is revered as a sacred tree. There are several literary, religious, and folkloric links with this tree in the area. In India, the ashoka tree is frequently found in gardens and the grounds of royal palaces as well as in close proximity to temples. It is highly regarded for both its attractive look and the colour and quantity of its blossoms.

Burans (Rhododendron arboreum)

The tree rhododendron, also known as Rhododendron arboreum, is an evergreen shrub or small tree that produces a stunning profusion of bright red blooms. It can be discovered in Thailand, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. The phrase “tending to be woody or growing in a tree-like form” is its precise descriptor. It has been observed to soar as high as 20 metres (66 feet).

Blackboard tree (Alstonia scholaris)

An evergreen tropical tree in the Dogbane Family (Apocynaceae), Alstonia scholaris is also known as the chalkboard tree, Scholar Tree, Milkwood, or Devil's Tree in English. Southern China, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Australasia are its original home regions. Despite being toxic, this plant has a long history of treatment for a variety of ailments.