Many of these trees are helpful in maintaining clean air, shade, fruits, medicine and biological balance necessary for modern lifestyle
1. The guava grows on the plant species called Psidium guajava.
The shrub is originally from South America and the Caribbean but has most commonly been spread to India, particularly Bihar. The fruit attracts bees and is good for health. Apart from this, guava wood is also used to smoke meat.
2. The Red Powderpuff (Calliandra haematocephala)
Its red blooms have earned Red Powderpuff, also referred to as’Fairy Duster’, lots of attention. Because each flower has fibrous stamens, it forms an attractive sphere. South America is where this plant comes from and caterpillars often nibble on its leaves too.
3. Red Frangipani (Plumeria rubra)
It is a deciduous shrub or small tree found in Central and South America. In India, it is widely planted as an ornamental plant. All its parts are poisonous because they contain high amounts of alkaloids.
4. Poinsettia
This plant, which is common in America during Christmas time, became popular due to Albert Ecke who came to California from Germany. Today, about 70 million plants are sold worldwide in the six weeks before Christmas.
5. The tree is also recognized by the name Peepal and it is sometimes referred to as Sacred Fig (Ficus religiosa).
Buddhists, Jains and Hindus always consider the Peepal tree to have great religious meaning. The milky sticky sap from mulberry trees which is found in the genus Morus , can trigger skin irritation and allergies.
6. Yellow Trumpetbush
Even though its flowers are appealing and yellow, it is viewed as an aggressive weed in a number of places. It commonly grows alongside roads as well as in fields that are not farmed.
7. This species goes by the common name Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina).
Many people around the world like to have Ficus trees as houseplants for their striking shiny leaves. But, it can cause allergies and all the parts except the fruit are toxic.
Neem Tree (Azadirachta indica)
Neem is important in India from religious and medicinal point of view. Oil, pesticides and cosmetics are made from its bark, leaves and seeds.
9. Neem Tree (Azadirachta indica)
Rabdar is are famous for being called Gulmohar and are known in Madagascar for their beautiful flowers. Its growth is extremely fast, making it reach the full height it will have in a short span.
10. Burflower Tree (Neolamarckia cadamba)
The wood of this tree is strong and is used in making dyes and perfumes (attar). This tree is also religiously important and fills the atmosphere with its fragrant flowers in the monsoon.
11. Papaya
Papaya provides delicious and nutritious fruits. An enzyme is extracted from its milky juice which is used to soften meat. Planting it in gardens attracts birds.
12. Norfolk Island Pine
This conifer originated from Norfolk Island and is a popular indoor plant today. However, it is endangered naturally.
13. Lemon
A lemon tree is green and its fruit has a sour taste thanks to its high vitamin C. India, China or Burma is thought to have given rise to the first hybrid fruit.
14.Pomegranate
Pomegranate originated from the western and southern parts of Asia and is counted among healthy fruits. It is also important from religious and cultural point of view.
15. Mango Tree
Having its origin in India, mangoes are cherished by many and declared as the national fruit in India, Pakistan and the Philippines, but their processing into timber activates only after fruit harvesting.
16.Mulberry
Mulberry trees are key because their leaves are the only thing silkworms eat and silk is made from these worms. Pineapples taste amazing and the way they look makes them lovely decorations too.
17. This fruit is known as avocado (Persea americana).
At first known in Central America, the fruit from this tree is now grown and valued in many parts of the world for its good nutrients. It is rich, creamy and contains a lot of healthy fats.
18. Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli)
This tree with a bush-like structure grows in dry areas. Its branches are pencil-like and its juice is poisonous, which can cause blindness.
19.Moringa (Moringa oleifera)
Because Moringa leaves and fruits contain many nutrients, the tree is highly valued in India. Oil is also extracted from its seeds which is used in beauty products.
20. Orchid Tree (Bauhinia purpurea)
In spring, this tree covering India and Myanmar has branches full of purple petals. Its wood is used in the manufacture of furniture and equipment. It is also the state flower of Hong Kong.
Conclusion
The diversity of these trees of Bihar not only enriches the natural image of the state, but they also play an important role in environmental protection, food security, medicinal use and cultural beliefs. Many of these trees are helpful in maintaining clean air, shade, fruits, medicine and biological balance necessary for modern lifestyle. In such a situation, we should not only know these trees, but also make efforts to protect and promote them.
