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Ashoka
आजची वनस्पती

Saraca asoca

AshokaEvergreen

Ashoka (Saraca asoca) is a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms.

FamilyFabaceae
GenusSaraca
NativeIndia
LifespanPerennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Saraca asoca.

Historical Background

Ashoka has a long history of cultivation and use across multiple civilizations.

  • In every garden, ashoka tells its own story.

Cultural Significance

Cultural significance of Ashoka

Symbol of nature's abundance

Timeline: Journey Through Time

11543

First documented cultivation of Ashoka

21931

Modern cultivars developed

In every garden, ashoka tells its own story.