What is the significance of the Miswak tree planted in Chandigarh?

The Miswak tree planted in Chandigarh is a cloned sapling from a tree linked to Guru Nanak Dev's visit to Leh in 1517, revered as 'Lha Chang' or 'Tree of God'.

How long did it take to successfully clone the sacred Miswak tree?

It took a seven-year effort, including three failed attempts, to successfully clone the sacred Miswak tree due to its limited regenerative capacity and climatic challenges.

Where is the cloned sacred Miswak tree now located?

The cloned sapling of the sacred Miswak tree has been planted at the Museum of Trees in Chandigarh.

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Sacred Sikh Tree Legacy Sprouts in Chandigarh

19 Apr

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Summary

A cloned sapling of Guru Nanak's sacred Miswak tree was planted in Chandigarh.
The tree, known as 'Lha Chang', is linked to a historic site in Leh.
This marks the successful culmination of a seven-year preservation effort.

Sacred Sikh Tree Legacy Sprouts in Chandigarh

A significant piece of Sikh legacy has arrived in Chandigarh with the planting of a cloned sapling from Guru Nanak Dev's sacred Miswak tree. This tree, historically linked to Leh and known as 'Lha Chang' (Tree of God), was planted at the Museum of Trees on Saturday, April 19, 2026. The effort to preserve this living symbol of faith spanned seven years and involved overcoming significant challenges.

Museum curator D.S. Jaspal noted that three previous attempts failed due to the Miswak tree's delicate regenerative capacity and the vast climatic differences between Leh's cold desert and the plains. Successful cuttings were sourced in October 2025 and carefully preserved using a wax-sealing technique to maintain moisture during transport. The Miswak tree, also called Peelu, is scarce in Ladakh's ecosystem.