Sacred Tree( Peepal )

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 Sacred Tree A Species of Fig Trees

Common Name

Peepal 

Sacred

Bodhiii

Botanical Name

Ficus religiosa


Information

Sacred fig or Ficus religiosa, gets its name because it is considered sacred to Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. Although a member of the mulberry family, the sap of the sacred fig may cause skin reactions if handled.

What part of the sacred fig is toxic?


Sacred fig contains mild irritants that can be toxic to animals including cats, dogs and horses when the leaves or unripe fruits are ingested, while the ripe fruits are harmless to animals.


Tips from Garden Coaches


Plants of genus Ficus can be planted in a garden or maintained indoors. Its attractive green leaves require a warm, humid environment; we consider it a medium level difficulty plant to care.


Interesting Facts


There is a thousand-year-old sacred fig in the Shangri-La Grand Canyon. Its mysterious image is spread widely across the internet. The thousand-year-old sacred fig looks like a phoenix. What is more magical is that a "hand" grows from the waist of the tree into the rock crack with five distinguishable fingers.


Characteristics


Plant Type

Tree


Lifespan

Perennial


Bloom Time

All year around


Plant Height

49 to 82 feet

Spread

33 feet

Habitat

Disturbed thickets

Flower Color

WhiteGreen

Leaf Color

GreenWhite

Fruit Color

GreenBlack


Conditions Requirement



Difficulty Rating

Sacred fig is super easy to take care of, with resistance to almost all pests and diseases. It is a perfect option for gardeners with brown thumbs.



Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun



Hardiness

10b°F



Hardiness Zones

10b to 11



Soil

Sand; slightly acidic


Care Guide



Water

Average water needs, watering when the top 1.2 inch of soil has dried out.



Fertilization

Fertilization once in spring.



Pruning

Shape the plant every 2 months during the growing season.



Planting Time

All year around



Harvest Time

Late spring, Early summer



Propagation

Cutting, Sowing


Pests and Diseases


Root-knot nematode, grey spot, anthracnose, leaf spot, virus disease, wilt disease



Scientific classification


Genus

Ficus - Fig trees, Figs

Family

Moraceae - Mulberry, Fig

Order

Rosales - Roses, elms, figs, and allies

Class

Magnoliopsida - Dicotyledons, Dicots, Eudicots

Phylum

Tracheophyta - Vascular plants, Seed plants, Ferns, Tracheophytes


Uses


Environmental Protection Value

Sacred fig has strong resistance to sulfur dioxide and can purify air.

Economic Value

Sacred fig juice can be used as rubber, and its wood can be used for cutting boards and in packing boxes.

Garden Use

Sacred fig is a large, spreading tree that is suitable for solitary, ornamental planting in extremely large yards. This traditional temple tree is not commonly used on private property, but is prized for its symbolism and long lifespan, as well as its large size.

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