Baloch oak

Quercus baloot

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (dry temperate), Balochistan uplands, AJK/GB valleys

Key native oak for dry mountains; excellent for soil, watershed, and biodiversity protection.

Planting & care

Best planting: Mar–Apr or Sep–Oct. Use local seedlings; mulch well; protect from browsing for 2–3 years.