Is Chinar a Maple Tree

The Chinar tree is a pride of Kashmir! Its leaves look a lot like the leaves of the famous Maple tree. This tree is known for its longevity and can be found throughout Kashmir. One of the unique characteristics of this tree is that its leaves change colors.

What is the other name of Chinar?

Eastern sycamore, or as it is also called, chinar, is considered one of the most perennial trees.

Are maple tree and Chinar tree same?

Nagesh Guleria, divisional forest officer in Shimla, informs, ‘Chinar whose scientific name is platanus orientalis is a very rare tree in Shimla. It is largely found in Kashmir and European countries, though its cousin, maple, grows here abundantly.