Ornamental Species

The first and subsequent rows of plantations along the highway, except the last row, should be worked out based on the land availability within the ROW along the various sections. In case of urban and semi-urban areas, where because of land constraints, only one row of plantation possible, ornamental species should be planted instead of shade bearing species. A combination of ornamental, shade and screening trees have been recommended. The number of rows and the repetition of the trees and their type vary with the landscape section, the typical cross-section and the space available in the ROW for tree plantation.

List a few species, which can generally be planted throughout India for this purpose.