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Deodar Tree

Dec. 11, 2025

Deodar trees in Himachal Pradesh’s Sangla Valley have revealed the process of climatic shifts from wetter spring conditions that prevailed during pre-historic times to drier conditions from the year 1757 onwards.

About Deodar Tree:

  • It is also known as the Himalayan Cedar.
  • The name Deodar is derived from the Sanskrit word Devadāru, meaning “wood of the gods,” highlighting the tree’s cultural and spiritual importance.
  • Characteristics of Deodar Tree:
    • It is native to high-altitude forests, this majestic conifer plays a critical ecological and cultural role.
    • Soil and Climate: It thrives in well-drained soils and moist temperate climates.
    • It is a large evergreen tree and has needle-like bluish-green leaves.
  • Distribution: It is mainly found in the western Himalayan region.
  • Applications: Traditionally, its wood has been used in temple construction, religious ceremonies, and Ayurvedic medicine.
  • Threats: It faced threats from logging, habitat loss, and climate change.

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