Which forests and vegetation types grow in Maharashtra?

Forests in Maharashtra cover less than one-fifth of the state and are primarily concentrated in the Western Ghats, the Satpura Range in the north, and the Chandrapur region in the east. The state features diverse vegetation types based on local climate and geography:1

• Coastal and Sloped Areas: Rich in plant life, including lofty trees, variegated shrubs, mango trees, and coconut trees. Mangrove vegetation is found in marshes and estuaries along the coast.1
• Upland and Semiarid Tracts: Areas with lower rainfall feature thorny, savanna-like vegetation, while wild dates are common in semiarid regions.1
• High Plateaus: Subtropical vegetation thrives in areas with heavy rainfall and milder temperatures, characterized by bamboo, chestnut, and magnolia.1

These forests are economically significant, yielding timber and products such as teak, bamboo, and myrobalan used for dyeing.1