FLORA OF PENCH TIGER RESERVE

The flora of Pench Tiger Reserve is a vibrant blend of dry deciduous forests, riverine vegetation, and mixed woodlands that together create one of Central India’s richest forest ecosystems. Dominated by Teak (Tectona grandis), the reserve features vast stretches of teak forests that form the backbone of Pench’s vegetation.

Common tree species include Mahua, Saja, Bija, Tendu, Dhaora, Palash, Haldu, and Bel, each contributing to the forest’s ecological balance. Riverine belts along the Pench River consist of Arjun, Jamun, Ber, and Mango trees, forming ideal habitats for birdlife and herbivores.

The forest floor is covered with grasses, shrubs, medicinal plants, and climbers. Natural meadows enhance the biodiversity by offering open grazing areas for herbivores. From dense teak woods to colorful Palash blooms, Pench’s flora makes this reserve visually stunning and ecologically rich.