Trees of Pakistan facts for kids

The Himalayan Deodar Cedar, Pakistan's national tree.

Pakistan is home to many different kinds of trees, with over 430 species! Among these, the Himalayan Deodar Cedar is very special because it is the National Tree of Pakistan. Trees are important symbols for countries and regions, showing their unique nature and culture.

Pakistan's National Trees

The Mango tree (Mangifera indica), Pakistan's national tropical tree.

Pakistan actually has two national trees! The main one is the Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus deodara). This tree is known for being strong and growing tall in the mountains.

The second national tree is the Mango tree (Mangifera indica). This tree is called the National Tropical Tree. It's famous for its delicious fruit, which grows in warmer parts of Pakistan.

Trees of Pakistan's Regions

Just like Pakistan has national trees, its different provinces and territories also have their own special trees. These trees are chosen to represent the unique nature of each area.

Region	Image	Local Name	Scientific Name
Islamabad Capital Territory		Neeli Gulmohur	Jacaranda mimosifolia
Balochistan		Kajhoor ka Dharakht	Phoenix sylvestris
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa		Barouti Cheer	Pinus brutia eldarica
The Punjab		Sheesham	Dalbergia sissoo
Sindh		Neem	Azadirachta indica
Gilgit–Baltistan		Deodara, Pakistan ka Qaumi Dharakht	Cedrus deodara
Azad Kashmir		Chinar	Platanus orientalis
		Bharch patr	Betula utilis

Related pages

• List of national trees