Flora & Fauna
Explore the rich biodiversity of Himalayan flora & fauna, traditional uses, and ecological importance.
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Thuner
Taxus wallichiana
Family: Taxaceae
A slow-growing Himalayan yew tree found in temperate forests. It is highly valued in medicine due to Taxol, used in cancer treatment.
Deodar
Cedrus deodara
Family: Pinaceae
The state tree of Himachal Pradesh, known as the 'Tree of Gods.' It forms dense forests and supports biodiversity.
Kail
Pinus wallichiana
Family: Pinaceae
A tall blue pine found in the Himalayas. Its resin is used in traditional medicine.
Tos/Talispatra
Abies pindrow
Family: Pinaceae
A large evergreen conifer that plays a key role in maintaining mountain water systems.
Hapusha
Juniperus communis
Family: Cupressaceae
A hardy shrub/tree growing in high-altitude regions.
Rai
Picea smithiana
Family: Pinaceae
Himalayan spruce that provides shelter and habitat for many species.
Himalayan Juniper
Juniperus indica
Family: Cupressaceae
Sacred Himalayan species commonly used in traditional rituals.
Himalayan Cypress
Cupressus torulosa
Family: Cupressaceae
Evergreen tree helping protect fragile mountain slopes.
Chir Pine
Pinus roxburghii
Family: Pinaceae
Common pine species in lower Himalayan regions.
Somlata
Ephedra gerardiana
Family: Ephedraceae
Medicinal shrub used in respiratory treatments.
Bhojpatra
Betula utilis
Family: Betulaceae
Ancient Himalayan birch whose bark was traditionally used for writing scriptures.
Kharsu Oak
Quercus semecarpifolia
Family: Fagaceae
Important oak species maintaining mountain ecosystems.
Banj Oak
Quercus leucotrichophora
Family: Fagaceae
One of the most important Himalayan trees for groundwater recharge.
Padam
Prunus cerasoides
Family: Rosaceae
Wild Himalayan cherry producing beautiful pink flowers.
Bhekal
Prinsepia utilis
Family: Rosaceae
Thorny shrub valued for oil-rich seeds.
Ghingharu
Viburnum cotinifolium
Family: Adoxaceae
Provides food and shelter for birds.
Bankhor
Aesculus indica
Family: Sapindaceae
Large deciduous tree producing horse chestnut-like fruits.
Willow
Salix denticulata
Family: Salicaceae
Important riparian tree protecting riverbanks.
Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster microphyllus
Family: Rosaceae
Dense shrub preventing soil erosion.
Wild Yam
Dioscorea deltoidea
Family: Dioscoreaceae
Valuable medicinal climber used in pharmaceutical industries.