Homestead forestry, albeit its paramount importance and contribution to rural socio-economy, remains a rather ignored area of study. This research focuses on the floristic composition and socio-economic aspects of homestead forestry in two areas (Habilashdip and Chunati Unions) in the district of Chittagong. Home gardens are located close to houses and characterised by a mixture of annual and perennialspecies. The proximity to natural forests and the availability of timbers in local markets also seem to influence the propensity to plant timber and fuelwood in home gardens. Fruit trees dominate the gardens, followed by fuelwood species. Women play an intensive role in the management of home gardens. The article ends Vith an exhortation for increased research on homestead forestry