Ginkgo biloba Trees in Kashmir | Growing the Living Fossil Tree for Future Generations

Ginkgo biloba trees for sale

The Jammu & Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre (JKMPIC) has historically listed Ginkgo biloba among its available planting materials, and its current 2026 information specifically states availability of Ginkgo seeds, seedlings, saplings and larger landscape trees.

Availability : Planting material

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Oak Trees for Forestry | Long-Term Hardwood Investment and Forest Development

Oak trees Kashmir

Oak trees are among the most valuable long-lived hardwood trees for forestry, watershed protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable woodland development. Belonging mainly to the genus Quercus, oaks occur across many temperate and mountainous regions, including the Himalayas.

In Kashmir and other Himalayan regions, native oak species can be particularly important for restoring degraded slopes and developing mixed forest plantations. Oak forests provide habitat for birds, insects, mammals, fungi, and numerous understory plants. Their extensive root systems help stabilize soil and reduce erosion, while leaf litter contributes organic matter and improves soil structure.

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Wild Pomegranate Tree — Punica granatum (Wild Forms)

Wild Punica granatum

The wild pomegranate, commonly associated with the Himalayan region, is a hardy form of Punica granatum. In Kashmir and surrounding Himalayan areas, wild pomegranate is traditionally valued for its small, sour fruits, which are particularly important for producing anardana, the dried pomegranate arils used as a souring spice.

For JKMPIC, wild pomegranate could be promoted as a traditional Himalayan fruit tree with value for conservation and anardana production. Establishing a small collection of locally adapted plants could help preserve genetic diversity while allowing evaluation of fruit quality and propagation characteristics.

Availability: Seed/Plant

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Sumac Spice Plant for Kashmir: Growing Rhus coriaria for Berries and Spice

 

Rhus coriaria plant

Sumac (Rhus coriaria) is a traditional spice plant valued for its distinctive sour, lemon-like flavour. It produces clusters of reddish fruits that can be dried and processed into sumac spice. For Kashmir, Rhus coriaria is an interesting plant to explore as a specialty crop, particularly for diversification, value-added food products and botanical conservation.

The sumac plant is a deciduous shrub or small tree belonging to the Anacardiaceae family. It produces pinnate leaves, small flowers and dense clusters of fruits that become reddish as they mature. The fruit clusters are the most commercially interesting part of the plant because they can be harvested, dried and ground into a culinary spice.

Availability : Berries/Seeds

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Kashmir Himalayan Peony ( Paeonia emodi Royle)

Paeonia emodi plant

Himalayan Peony (Paeonia emodi) is a perennial herb native to the western Himalayas, including parts of  Kashmir, Mirpur,Pir panchal mountains. It is valued as an ornamental and medicinal plant, while its underground roots and rhizome-like structures have a history of traditional use.

Paeonia emodi can also be considered for medicinal-plant gardens, botanical collections and high-altitude ornamental landscapes. Well-drained soil, adequate winter dormancy and protection from prolonged waterlogging are important. Propagation may be undertaken through seeds or division of established plants, with patience required because seed-grown plants can take several years to reach flowering maturity.

Availability : Roots

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