Trees of Pakistan's theme is one that has captured the interest of many people over the years. With its diversity of approaches and its impact on different aspects of life, Trees of Pakistan has proven to be a topic of debate and reflection in various spheres. From its influence on popular culture to its relevance in contemporary society, Trees of Pakistan has left an indelible mark on the collective imagination. In this article, we will explore various facets of Trees of Pakistan and its importance in today's world, offering a comprehensive view to better understand its presence and implications.
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In Pakistan, more than 430 tree species are distributed over 82 families and 226 genera. Out of these, 22 species from 5 families and 11 genera belong to softwood trees of gymnosperms. For all plant families found in Pakistan, see Flora of Pakistan.
The Deodar Tree is the official national tree of Pakistan. Its name is derived from 'Sanskrit' and means "Wood of the God". It is amongst the tallest trees in the country, reaching heights of around 40-50 meters, with trunks up to 3 meters in diameter.
Order | Family | Species | Local name(s) |
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Brassicales | Capparaceae | Capparis decidua | Kair, Karir |
Salvadoraceae | Salvadora oleoides | Vann | |
Fabales | Fabaceae | Acacia catechu | Catechu |
Acacia modesta | Phulai | ||
Acacia nilotica | Babul | ||
Dalbergia sissoo | Sheesham | ||
Prosopis cineraria | Jand (Punjabi), Kandi (Sindhi) | ||
Lamiales | Acanthaceae | Avicennia marina | White Mangrove |
Malpighiales | Salicaceae | Populus euphratica | Populus |
Pinales | Cupressaceae | Juniperus recurva | Drooping Juniper |
Pinaceae | Abies pindrow | Pindrow Fir | |
Cedrus deodara | Deodar | ||
Picea smithiana | Morinda Spruce | ||
Pinus gerardiana | Chilgoza | ||
Pinus roxburghii | Chir Pine | ||
Pinus wallichiana | Blue Pine, Kail | ||
Proteales | Platanaceae | Platanus orientalis | Chenar, Chinar |
Rosales | Moraceae | Ficus religiosa | Peepul |
Morus alba | White Mulberry | ||
Sapindales | Meliaceae | Azadirachta indica | Neem |