Anish Nellickal

Anish Nellickal
Environmentalist and Tree Transplantation Expert
Birth date	21 March 1975
Birth place	Ponnani, Kerala, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Professional Nurseryman; Environmentalist
Years active	1999–present
Known for	Tree Transplantation; Butterfly Garden Development
Education	Short-term training in horticulture (Kerala Agricultural University)
Spouse / Partner	Rasitha Nellickal
Children	Anuraj Nellickal; Anush Nellickal
Residence	Eswaramangalam, Ponnani
Website	https://www.anishnellickal.com

Anish Nellickal, an Indian environmental activist, biodiversity conservationist, nature blogger, Wikipedian, and professional nurseryman, is based in Ponnani, Malappuram, Kerala, India.

Anish Nellickal® is the founder of Nellickal Nursery and is known for his work in ecological gardening, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable horticulture practices adapted to the tropical climate of Kerala. His environmental initiatives focus on butterfly gardening, pollinator-supportive landscapes, native plant propagation, and ecological habitat development that supports butterflies, bees, birds, and other beneficial insects.

He also serves as the General Secretary of two registered nature organizations:

• Plant Village Charitable Society (Reg. No: MPM/CA/765/2017)
• Plant Aqua and Fish Conservation of India (Reg. No: MPM/CA/416/2016)

Through practical field experience in plant nursery management and ecological landscape development, Anish Nellickal® promotes biodiversity-friendly gardening approaches, tree conservation practices, and habitat restoration initiatives that contribute to environmental sustainability and community awareness in Kerala, India.Anish Nellickal is a prominent Indian environmental activist, entrepreneur, and conservationist based in Kerala. He is widely recognized as a Tree Transplantation Expert in Kerala and is popularly known by the monikers "Tree Doctor" and "Garden Doctor." Anish is the founder of Nellickal Nursery, one of the leading plant nurseries in Kerala, and the driving force behind Tree Transplantation India, an initiative dedicated to the scientific relocation of mature trees.

Early Life and Career

Anish Nellickal’s career is defined by his deep-rooted passion for biodiversity and sustainable living. He transformed his interest in botany into a professional mission to save trees and promote green spaces. His expertise as a "Tree Doctor" involves diagnosing plant health issues and implementing specialized revival techniques for aging or diseased trees.

Professional Ventures

Nellickal Nursery

Anish established Nellickal Nursery in Malappuram, Kerala, which has grown into a major hub for rare, medicinal, fruit-bearing, and indigenous plant species. The nursery serves as a center for educating the public on biodiversity and sustainable gardening.

Tree Transplantation India

Recognizing the environmental loss caused by infrastructure development, Anish pioneered Tree Transplantation India. He specializes in the technical and scientific process of uprooting and replanting mature trees, ensuring high survival rates and preventing deforestation.

Personal Life

Anish Nellickal resides in Kerala with his family, who are all active participants in his environmental mission:

● Rasitha Nellickal: Anish’s wife, a professional teacher, serves as the Marketing and Public Relations Manager of Nellickal Nursery, handling the organization's community outreach.

● Anuraj Nellickal: His elder son, a nature enthusiast and photographer, assists in documenting biodiversity and the success of various transplantation projects.

● Anush Nellickal: His younger son, though only 7 years old, is a budding nature lover who accompanies the family on planting drives, representing the next generation of environmental stewardship.

Digital Presence and Philosophy

Anish maintains a strong digital presence through his official platforms:

Official Website: www.nellickalnursery.com

Tree Transplantation Services: www.treetransplantation.in

Personal & Family Story: www.anishnellickal.com

His philosophy centers on the belief that every tree is a life worth saving and that sustainable living is the only path forward for future generations.

References

1. മരങ്ങൾക്ക് പുനർയൗവനം നൽകാൻ അനീഷ്: മനോരമ ഓൺലൈൻ വാർത്ത
2. ഞങ്ങളുടെ കുടുംബകഥ - അനീഷ് നെല്ലിക്കൽ
3. പ്രായമായ മരങ്ങളെ ചെറുപ്പക്കാരാക്കും; വേണമെങ്കിൽ വേരോടെ മാറ്റി നടും: മരങ്ങൾക്ക് പുനർയൗവനം നൽകാൻ അനീഷ്
4. The tale of a man who 'uproots' giant trees and replants it safely - Onmanorama
5. അനീഷ് നെല്ലിക്കൽ കേരളത്തിലെ പ്രമുഖ ട്രീ ട്രാൻസ്‌പ്ലാന്റേഷൻ വിദഗ്ദ്ധനാണ്
6. മാതൃ ശിശു മുറ്റത്തെത്തിയ പേരാൽ
7. ക്ഷണിക്കാം മുറ്റം നിറയെ വർണപ്പൂമ്പാറ്റകളെ; എങ്ങനെ ഒരുക്കാം 'ബട്ടർഫ്ലൈ ഗാർഡൻ'?
8. വീട്ടിലെ ഇത്തിരി മുറ്റത്തൊരു വനം ഒരുക്കണോ? മിയാവാക്കി വനത്തെക്കുറിച്ച് അനീഷ് നെല്ലിക്കൽ
9. ഉദ്യാനപരിപാലനത്തിൽ തരംഗമായി പായൽപന്തുകൾ; കൊക്കെഡാമയെക്കുറിച്ച് അറിയാം
10. എന്തു ഭംഗിയാ മുറ്റം കാണാന്‍; ലാന്‍ഡ്‌സ്‌കേപ്പിങ്ങിനെക്കുറിച്ച് അനീഷ് നെല്ലിക്കൽ
11. അധ്യാപനത്തില്‍ നിന്ന് വിരമിച്ച ടീച്ചര്‍ ആ പടികള്‍ വീണ്ടും കയറിയത് ഈ നന്മയുടെ വിത്ത് പാകാനാണ്