The Himalayas, stretching across northern India, Nepal,
Kashmir, Bhutan, and parts of Pakistan
and Tibet, are home to one of the world’s richest and most diverse floral
ecosystems. From lush subtropical forests at the foothills to alpine
meadows at high altitudes, the region boasts a remarkable variety of plants
adapted to extreme climates and rugged terrain.
The flora of the Himalayas includes thousands of species, many of which are endemic—found nowhere else on Earth. This includes medicinal herbs, ornamental flowers, alpine wildflowers, and fragrant shrubs. Some iconic species include:
· Himalayan Cherry (Prunus cerasoides) – pink flowering tree, blooms in early spring.
· Berberis spp. (Barberry) – small shrubs with yellow flowers and red berries.
· Arnebia euchroma – produces bright purple flowers, valued for medicinal properties.
· Himalayan Marigold (Tagetes spp.) – grows in lower foothills, bright yellow/orange.
· Hawthorn (Crataegus spp.) is a thorny shrub or small tree found in temperate region
· Gojiberry-Found naturally in temperate foothills of the Kashmir Himalaya.
· Kashmir Himalayan region you can find a variety of goji‑berry‑type plant known as the black goji berry (scientifically Lycium ruthenicum), which is distinct from the more common red goji (Lycium barbarum / L. chinense).
With increasing interest in gardening, conservation, and eco-tourism, Himalayan native plants are being cultivated worldwide. Growing these seeds in home gardens or alpine gardens allows enthusiasts to connect with the majestic Himalayas while preserving its unique biodiversity.
Where to buy Himalayan flower plant & seeds in India,
Availability : Seeds (Worldwide Shipping)
25,50100 seeds pkt
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Mail us at : Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB No. 40, GPO Srinagar, Kashmir, JK -190001
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