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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

Regional / Multilingual Information

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Hindi (हिन्दी)
Hindi (हिन्दी)Ashoka / AshokaHI

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Growing Ashoka in India

Ashoka thrives in tropical and subtropical regions of India. Plant during monsoon onset (June-July) for best establishment.

Native Range

Native to India.

Did You Know?

Ashoka is fragrant and attracts pollinators across India.