The forest tract here is of typical Vindhyan type and the forest type of this sanctuary is classified as the Tropical Dry Deciduous forest which consists of the Central Indian monsoon forests. These forests or the trees found in such areas are mainly dependent on monsoon rains for their water requirements and thus show the general characteristics of monsoon forests. It is a dry deciduous forest, with Teak as its predominant species. River Kopra,Bamner and Bearma originate in and around the protected area and traverse through and are the main water courses for human habitation and wildlife in and around the sanctuary. The chief floral elements include Teak, Saja, Dhaora, Bhirra, Ber, Bel, Mahua, Tendu, Gunja and Amla etc.