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Trees of Odisha: Bakul
The Bakul Tree (scientifically known as Mimusops elengi) is a fragrant evergreen widely seen in gardens and temple landscapes across Odisha. Admired for its small star shaped flowers and dense shade, the Bakul tree adds beauty, fragrance, and ecological value to urban green spaces in Bhubaneswar.
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Trees of Odisha: Krishnachuda (Gulmohor)
Krishnachuda, also known as Gulmohor, brightens Bhubaneswar with its fiery red summer blooms, adding vibrant colour and wide shade to streets, campuses, and gardens across Odisha.
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Trees of Odisha: Kadamb
The Kadam tree is a fast-growing tropical tree widely seen in Bhubaneswar and across Odisha. Known for its fragrant orange globe-shaped flowers and dense shade, the Kadam tree holds cultural and ecological value while enhancing urban landscapes and gardens.
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Trees of Odisha: Bottle brush
The Bottle Brush Tree, scientifically known as Callistemon citrinus, is a popular ornamental tree in Bhubaneswar known for its striking red, brush-like flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It thrives in the tropical climate of Odisha, attracts birds and pollinators, and is widely used in gardens, parks, and roadside landscaping across the city.
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Trees of Odisha: Sita Ashoka
Discover the rich diversity of trees in Odisha from sacred species to native giants. Learn about their cultural, ecological, and landscape significance. Trees of Bhubaneswar, Odisha - Sita Ashoka
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Trees of Odisha: Saptaparni
Saptaparni tree, scientifically known as Alstonia scholaris, and locally chhatiana, is a fast-growing evergreen native to India, valued for its fragrant night-blooming flowers, medicinal properties, and dense canopy. Widely planted in Odisha for avenues and gardens, it thrives in tropical climates.
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Trees of Odisha: Lagerstroemia speciosa
Lagerstroemia speciosa, locally known as Patuli in Odisha, is a striking avenue and garden tree admired for its vibrant pink to purple blooms during summer. Widely planted across Odisha’s urban landscapes, it is valued for its ornamental beauty, traditional medicinal uses, and durable timber.
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Trees of Odisha: Cannon Ball Tree
Discover the rich diversity of trees in Odisha from sacred species to native giants. Learn about their cultural, ecological, and landscape significance.
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THE LANGUAGE OF FLORA AND FAUNA
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