Sissoo

Sissoo is a fast-growing timber tree widely planted especially in riverside char lands and flood-prone areas. Its sturdy wood is used for furniture and boat-making, and thanks to its rapid growth, it yields profitable returns in a relatively short time. Environmental role: Sissoo's strong root system plays an important role in preventing riverbank erosion and char land degradation, which is why it's widely used to protect embankments and riverbanks. Cultivation in brief: Sissoo grows well in sandy-loam and char soil. It becomes ready for timber harvest within 10–12 years of planting, considerably faster than mahogany. Economic importance: For farmers in char areas, sissoo is an important income source, especially on land where conventional crops don't grow well — planting this tree allows for long-term profit from otherwise less productive land.