Jacaranda Flowers In Munnar

Jacarandas Bloomed Violet Spring In Munnar

The jacaranda tree, native to central and south America, was introduced to munnar, kerala, by the british during their colonial period as an ornamental tree, and are now commonly seen along roadsides and in mountains. The jacaranda tree, scientifically known as jacaranda mimosifolia, was brought to munnar by the british during their colonial rule as an ornamental tree to beautify the hills and estate bungalows. Locals in munnar refer to the jacaranda tree as “Neelavaka” meaning “blue tree” in Malayalam, reflecting the vibrant blue-purple flowers. Jacaranda trees are commonly found in Munnar, Chinnakanal, Thalayar, Pallivassal, and Lakkam, particularly along the Munnar – Marayoor stretch of the Munnar – Udumalpet interstate route.

Now the jacaranda more found , within 500 meter distance from Lakkam waterfall. Then easily accessible in pallivasal view point. The trees which often make tourists stop to click many pictures, bloom abudantly along the pallivasal - munnar stretch of the kochi - dhanushkodi national highway, on the munnar gap road and vaguvarai on the marayoor road. The blooming of jacaranda trees which typically occurs during March and April, is a visual feast for tourists and a sign of spring in the munnar landscape.

Where To Visit Jacaranda Flowers In Munnar

Munnar-Marayoor route, particularly around Vaguvarai Tea Estate, and the Pallivasal - Munnar stretch of the Kochi - Dhanushkodi National Highway

Pallivasal - Munnar Stretch: You can also find jacaranda trees blooming along the Pallivasal - Munnar stretch of the Kochi - Dhanushkodi National Highway.
Munnar- Marayoor Route: The jacaranda trees are in full bloom on the Munnar-Marayoor stretch of the Munnar-Udumalpet interstate route
Vaguvarai Tea Estate: Look for the trees at the foot of Umiyamala rock in Vaguvarai village, which is about 18 km from Munnar.
Other locations: It's also often spotted at Chinnakanal, Pallivasal, Thalayar and Lakkam.