1. Neem
Most parts of the tree are credited with me dicinal value.
2. Peepal– Sacred Fig
The root- bark is one of the five barks most valued by ancient Indian physicians. The juice of the bark is used as a mouthwash, for curing toothache and weak gums.
3. Banyan Tree
Each part of the banyan tree is used for various medicinal purposes.
4. Imli(Tamarind)
Its tart fruit is used in curies, chutneys, jams and sauces. High in Vitamin C, tartaric, malic and citric acids.
5. Drumstick Tree (Moringa oleifera)
Many parts of this tree are used in traditional herbal medicine. It can also be used for water purification and hand washing.
6. Asopalav- Mast Tree (Polyalthia longifolia)
It has many medicinal properties and it is commonly planted because of its effectiveness to alleviate noise pollution.
7. Gul Mohur- (Delonix regia)
It is known as the flame tree and is noted for its flamboyant display of flowers.
8. Jamun
The jamun fruit helps with stomach pains and it also known to help diabetic patients keep their sugar levels in check.
9. Guava
The guava fruit is rich in dietary fibre and Vitamin C. A single guava contains 4 times the amount of Vitamin C as compared to an orange.
10. Kadam- Neolamarckia cadamba
The flowers of this tree are used in perfumes and it is grown as an ornamental plant and for timber and paper making.
11. Borsali- Bulletwood Tree (Mimusops elengi)
The timber of this tree is very valuable, its fruit is edible, and it is used in traditional medicine.
12. Setoor- Morus alba
The root bark of the morus alba tree exhibits anti bacterial activity against food poisoning micro-organisms and is used to treat dental caries as well.
*uses of trees information compiled from book titled ‘Trees of Delhi’ a field guide by Pradip Krishen
