{"id":2360,"date":"2018-06-08T11:27:38","date_gmt":"2018-06-08T11:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kodavaclan.com\/kodaguheritage\/?p=2360"},"modified":"2026-10-22T16:44:53","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T16:44:53","slug":"tadachi-mara","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kodavaclan.com\/kodaguheritage\/tadachi-mara\/","title":{"rendered":"Tadachi mara"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<h1>Tadachi Mara \u2013 A Native Tree of Kodagu<\/h1>\n<h2>Introduction<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2361 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/kodavaclan.com\/kodaguheritage\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/gre-300x221.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"273\" height=\"201\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>Tadachi Mara (<em>Grewia tiliaefolia<\/em> Vahl) is a <a href=\"https:\/\/kodavaclan.com\/kodaguheritage\/native-trees-of-kodagu\/\">native trees<\/a>\u00a0 found in Kodagu. It is a medium-sized tree recognised by its rough brown bark and pink-coloured inner bark. Growing up to approximately 30 feet tall, it forms part of the region&#8217;s diverse native vegetation.<\/p>\n<p>The tree is notable for its useful timber, edible fruits and role in the local forest ecosystem. Its various uses make it a valuable part of the botanical heritage of Kodagu.<\/p>\n<h2>Botanical Classification<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Kodava name:<\/strong> Tadachi Mara<\/li>\n<li><strong>Kannada name:<\/strong> Tadasalu<\/li>\n<li><strong>Botanical name:<\/strong> <em>Grewia tiliaefolia<\/em> Vahl<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family:<\/strong> Tiliaceae<\/li>\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> Medium-sized deciduous tree<\/li>\n<li><strong>Height:<\/strong> Up to approximately 30 feet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Physical Characteristics<\/h2>\n<p>Tadachi Mara is a deciduous tree of moderate size. Its bark is rough and brown, while the inner bark is pink in colour. These characteristics help distinguish it from other trees growing in the forests and landscapes of Kodagu.<\/p>\n<p>As a deciduous species, the tree sheds its leaves seasonally. Its growth and fruiting contribute to the seasonal diversity of the surrounding vegetation.<\/p>\n<h2>Flowering and Fruiting Season<\/h2>\n<p>The KodavaClan Heritage record documents the following seasonal details:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flowering begins:<\/strong> June<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fruiting ends:<\/strong> October<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These periods provide a reference for observing the tree&#8217;s natural cycle in Kodagu. Actual flowering and fruiting may vary according to local climate and environmental conditions.<\/p>\n<h2>Uses of Tadachi Mara<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Timber and Agricultural Implements<\/h3>\n<p>The wood of Tadachi Mara is strong and is used as timber. It has also been used to make agricultural implements, reflecting the practical value of native trees in traditional rural life.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Edible Fruits<\/h3>\n<p>The fruits of Tadachi Mara are edible. They are also consumed by birds, making the tree a source of food for wildlife.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Importance to Wildlife<\/h3>\n<p>The tree contributes to the forest ecosystem by providing fruit for birds. Its bark is also recorded as being consumed by elephants, illustrating its role in the natural feeding habits of wildlife.<\/p>\n<h2>Tadachi Mara in Kodagu&#8217;s Natural Heritage<\/h2>\n<p>Kodagu is part of the Western Ghats, a region known for its rich biodiversity and varied vegetation. Native trees such as Tadachi Mara contribute to this diversity while providing resources for people and wildlife.<\/p>\n<p>Its strong wood has practical value, its fruits serve as food, and its bark forms part of the natural environment used by local wildlife. These characteristics make Tadachi Mara an important species to document as part of Kodagu&#8217;s botanical heritage.<\/p>\n<h2>Preserving Knowledge of Native Trees<\/h2>\n<p>Traditional knowledge of native trees includes their local names, physical characteristics, seasonal cycles and practical uses. Recording this information helps preserve an understanding of the natural environment that has long surrounded the communities of Kodagu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tadachi Mara \u2013 A Native Tree of Kodagu Introduction Tadachi Mara (Grewia tiliaefolia Vahl) is a native trees\u00a0 found in Kodagu. 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