Tahli Tree (Shisham / Rosewood)
Tahli is the state tree of Punjab, celebrated in folk songs and historical gurudwara groves.
Spiritual & Cultural Significance
Named in Sikh scriptures. Hard wood traditionally used for temple construction and village assemblies.
Authoritative Species Profile
Citation Source: Kesu Environment Foundation Ethnobotanical Archives.
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Archived Visitor Memories (2)
Our grandfather used to tell us stories about sitting under the shade of this tree during morning prayers. A true sacred treasure of our heritage.
Visited last winter with family. The tranquility around the canopy is surreal.
Mapped Tahli Heritage Trees (2)
Tahli Sahib Shisham
The Tahli (Shisham) tree at this historic site is associated with Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Its deep root structure connects to underground water tables that have nourished the grove for centuries.
Tahli Sahib (Jammu)
This ancient Shisham tree in Jammu is associated with Guru Hargobind Ji's journey through the region. Kesu Foundation is actively documenting its health and surrounding micro-habitat.
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Peepal Tree
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