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Ficus religiosa is native to most of the Indian subcontinent – Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Pakistan and India including the Assam region, Eastern Himalaya and the Nicobar Islands, as well as part of Indochina – the Andaman Islands, Thailand, Myanmar and Peninsular Malaysia.
Learn about the scientific and common names, distribution, habitat, morphology, ecology, and uses of Ficus religiosa L., a large deciduous tree with aerial roots and milky exudation. Find out its life cycle, propagation, dispersal, and conservation status in India.
According to Hindu scriptures, Aśvattha, (Sanskrit: अश्वत्थ) or Sacred fig (Ficus religiosa), is a sacred tree for the Hindus and has been extensively mentioned in texts pertaining to Hinduism, for example as peepul in Rig Veda mantra I.164.20.
Learn about the history, features, and care of Ficus religiosa, the Bodhi Tree, a sacred fig tree with religious significance. Find out how to grow it indoors or outdoors, and what pests and diseases to watch out for.
Jun 14, 2024 · Bodhi tree, according to Buddhist tradition, the specific sacred fig (Ficus religiosa) under which the Buddha sat when he attained Enlightenment (Bodhi) at Bodh Gaya in Bihar, India. The Mahabodhi Temple, which marks the place of the Buddha’s Enlightenment, features a descendant of the original.
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This datasheet on Ficus religiosa covers Identity, Overview, Distribution, Dispersal, Biology & Ecology, Environmental Requirements, Impacts, Uses, Prevention/Control, Management, Further Information.
Oct 5, 2023 · Learn how to grow and care for Ficus Religiosa, also known as the Sacred fig or Bodhi tree, a native of the Indian subcontinent. Find out about its soil, light, water, temperature, humidity, and common problems requirements.
