Appendix F: Flora and Fauna Index
Appendix F: Flora and Fauna Index Himachal Pradesh is a rich biodiversity hotspot, home to a wide range of native plant and animal species found across its varying altitudes—from subtropical lowlands to alpine highlands. Flora (Plant Life) Botanical Name Common Name Habitat Zone Uses/Notes Cedrus deodara Deodar Cedar Mid to high altitude forests State tree; used in construction and rituals. Pinus roxburghii Chir Pine Lower altitudes (Shivaliks) Resin used in turpentine; wood used for fuel. Rhododendron arboreum Rhododendron Temperate forests Flowers used in juices; state flower. Taxus baccata Himalayan Yew Subalpine forests Source of cancer drug (taxol). Berberis aristata Indian Barberry (Kilmora) Various altitudes Medicinal shrub used in traditional remedies. Bambusa nutans Hill Bamboo Subtropical valleys Used in construction and handicrafts. Ficus religiosa Peepal Tree Found near villages Sacred tree; used in Ayurveda...