These trees play a significant role in the ecological balance, cultural heritage, and symbolic representation of Goa. By highlighting their importance, we can appreciate the rich biodiversity and sustainable practices that make this region truly remarkable. 1. Lychee is a tall evergreen tree native to southeastern China.

Sep 8, 2023 · Here are the familiar trees of swaying Christmas pine trees, mango, African tulip , banyan, matti (also crocodile tree, the state tree of Goa) and of course, magnificent classical banyan.

Oct 11, 2021 · Here are 4 popular, easy to source, and easy to plant native species of Goa: Terminalia Elliptica or The ‘Indian Laurel’ is the State tree of Goa. A few other names of this tree are Mati, Asna, Saj, or Crocodile Bark Tree. Terminalia bellirica is a deciduous tree that grows upto 35 m in height.

Terminalia Elliptica or The ‘Indian Laurel’ is the State tree of Goa. A few other names of this tree are Mati, Asna, Saj, or Crocodile Bark Tree. The fruit is ovoid, 3 cm long, with five wings not extending beyond the fruit apex.

Feb 14, 2022 · The Scholar’s Tree or Satvin as it is locally called is a tall, evergreen tree with branches in whorls. The tree blooms in the winter with white, fragrant flowers that are found in clusters. The tree is found all over Goa and is also otherwise known as The Devil’s Tree.

Dec 15, 2022 · TREES IN CULTURE. The recently released book, Sacred Flora of Goa by environmentalist and writer, Rajendra Kerkar, delves deep into this topic. It lists 76 trees, including a mangrove species, which are considered sacred in this part of the world and are worshipped across religions.

Aug 17, 2023 · The peepal tree at Bhumika temple in Poriem, Sattari, holds profound cultural and religious significance, bridging over 140 villages that borders Goa, Maharashtra, and Karnataka.

Jan 1, 2023 · Sita Ashok (Saraca asoca) tree, which is usually found in forested areas of Goa is growing quietly in some corners of Panaji city. The best place to identify and study this tree is at Jogger’s Park, Altinho, Panaji

The Indian Laurel, or matti tree, has been the State Tree of Goa for over a quarter of a century. This indigenous forest tree may not be seen or heard of on the regular, but as far as trees go, this particular one has a lot going for it.

State Tree: Ain, Asan (Marathi). Botanical Name : Terminalia elliptica Willd. Family: Combretaceae. Sahaju (Odiya); Karu-Maruthu (Tamil); Inu Maddi, Nalla Maddi (Telugu). specific epithet, elliptica denotes its elliptic-shaped leaves. Terminalia elliptica Willd. wings, up to 5 cm long. transverse cracks, grey-black. Leaves.