Heritage Trees in Singapore are mature trees specially selected under the Heritage Trees Scheme adopted on 17 August 2001, by the National Parks Board (NParks). Implemented at the same time as the Heritage Roads scheme, it is part of a nationwide drive in tree conservation efforts not just within nature reserves, parks, and newly established tree conservation areas, but also anywhere else in the urban and rural environment of Singapore.
In support of the Scheme, a Heritage Trees Fund was established by the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) to launch a conservation program that promotes protection and appreciation of Singapore's natural heritage.[1] The program includes initiatives such as the installation of interpretive signage and a nomination scheme for the community. There are 256 Heritage Trees in the Heritage Tree Register.[2]
- ^ "Plan to save old and rare trees bears fruit". eresources.nlb.gov.sg. Retrieved 2 November 2021.
- ^ "Heritage Trees". National Parks Board. Retrieved 17 July 2024.