Oldest tree in Tamil Nadu
This resource provides information regarding the 500 years old Neer Marudhu Tree named as Tholkappiar. This tree is the oldest tree of Tamilnadu/ Ancient tree of tamilnadu/Tamilnadu monements.
Oldest tree of Tamilnadu
500 years old Neer Marudhu Tree named as Tholkappiar
The Neer Marudhu Tree, estimated to be over 500 years old has named after Tamil Poet "Tholkappiar".
This Neer Marudhu tree is also known as "Arjuna Tree".
The tree is at Easthimangalam village near Nagercoil which is outside the reserved forest area.
The Neer Marudhu tree's girth is 26 metres and height, 46 metres.
Height of biggest tree in Tamilnadu is 26 meters
Its usefulness is astonishing that it's bark is used for curing heart and skin diseases besides liver enlargement.
The wood is used for making agricultural implements, carts, cots, chairs and dining table.
Regards.
Chandru Always Rocks.
