PLANTATION DRIVE AT RAMAKRISHNA MISSION

Tree Plantation Drive at Ramakrishna Mission, Narendrapur

Today, we have joined the tree plantation drive at the beautiful campus of Ramakrishna Mission, Narendrapur.

Nearly 80 saplings were planted, including:

• Hijol (Indian Oak) A water-loving tree commonly found near wetlands and riverbanks. It produces distinctive reddish flower spikes and supports wetland ecosystems.
• Mahua (Butter Tree) A culturally important tree known for its fragrant, cream-coloured flowers and nutritious fruits. It provides food and shelter for wildlife.
• Karanj (Indian Beech) A hardy tropical tree valued for its shade, oil-rich seeds, and ability to improve soil fertility.
• Yellow Palash (Yellow Flame Tree) An ornamental tree admired for its clusters of bright yellow flowers, making it a beautiful addition to parks and gardens.
• Damrupani The regional name needs botanical verification to identify the species and provide its correct English name.
• Ashphal (Monkey Jack) A tropical fruit-bearing tree related to jackfruit, known for its tangy fruits and broad, shady canopy.
• Mango A popular evergreen tree known for its delicious fruits, dense shade, and importance to local wildlife.
• Jamun (Java Plum) An evergreen tree producing deep purple fruits that provide food for birds and other wildlife.
• Amaltas (Golden Shower Tree) A striking ornamental tree known for its long, hanging clusters of bright yellow flowers.
• Bakul (Spanish Cherry) An evergreen tree with glossy leaves and small, fragrant flowers, valued for its shade and ornamental beauty.
• Mahogany A large tropical tree valued for its timber, leafy canopy, and use in landscaping and avenue planting.

By the time we arrived, heavy monsoon rain had begun. The campus itself is a wonderful example of urban greenery, filled with towering mature trees, flowering plants, and beautifully maintained open spaces. Within the available areas, we planted around 80 saplings, including relatively uncommon species such as Hijol, Mahua, Karanj, Yellow Palash, Damrupani, Ashphal (Monkey Jack), along with more familiar trees like Mango, Jamun, Amaltas, Bakul, and Mahogany.

The mission has its own team of dedicated gardeners who will carefully nurture these young saplings as they grow. We feel privileged to have contributed to this inspiring greening initiative organized by Gachher Katha, and we hope these trees will continue to enrich the campus for decades to come.