Parijaat tree, Kintoor

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Parijaat tree, Kintoor, Heritage tree in Kintoor, India

The Parijaat tree at Kintoor stands 45 feet tall and 50 feet wide, producing white flowers that bloom during nighttime and fall by sunrise.

The tree dates back to approximately 793 years, confirmed through radiocarbon dating conducted in 2019, making it a significant natural monument in India.

According to Hindu texts, this specific Parijaat tree was brought from Indra's celestial garden during the Mahabharata period for Kunti's worship rituals.

The flowers from this tree hold medicinal properties and are collected from the ground for religious ceremonies, as plucking directly from branches remains prohibited.

This particular Parijaat specimen cannot reproduce through seeds or grafting, making it the only one of its kind in India.

GPS coordinates: 27.00347,81.48189

Latest update: May 11, 2025 00:58

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