🌳 Gamhar
✅ Native

Gamhar

Gmelina arborea · Lamiaceae

Also known as: Khamer

Fast-growing quality timber; used in traditional medicine (a Dashamula drug); plantation and agroforestry species

🗺️ Native range in India: Moist deciduous forests throughout

Why Gamhar is a great native choice

  • Fast-growing quality timber
  • used in traditional medicine (a Dashamula drug)
  • plantation and agroforestry species
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Frequently asked questions

Is Gamhar native to India?

Yes. Gamhar (Gmelina arborea) is native to India. Fast-growing quality timber; used in traditional medicine (a Dashamula drug); plantation and agroforestry species

What are the benefits of Gamhar?

Key benefits include: Fast-growing quality timber; used in traditional medicine (a Dashamula drug); plantation and agroforestry species.

Should I plant Gamhar?

Yes, Gamhar is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R11. See full references.

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