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Peepal Tree Seeds – Ficus Religiosa for Avenue and Shade Trees

Peepal Tree Seeds – Ficus Religiosa for Avenue and Shade Trees

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Peepal Tree Seeds – Ficus Religiosa

Add a touch of sacred beauty to your landscape with Peepal Tree Seeds (Ficus religiosa) — ideal for avenue planting, shade tree growth, and spiritual gardens. 🌳
Known as the Sacred Fig or Bodhi Tree, the Peepal tree holds deep cultural and environmental significance.


✨ Quick Facts

  • Scientific Name: Ficus religiosa

  • Common Names: Peepal Tree, Sacred Fig, Bodhi Tree

  • Height: Up to 20–30 meters tall

  • Canopy Spread: Broad and dense — excellent for shade

  • Climate: Best suited for tropical and subtropical climates

  • Symbolism: A sacred symbol of enlightenment, peace, and longevity in many traditions


🌿 Benefits & Uses

Avenue Planting & Shade:
With its wide canopy, the Peepal tree provides excellent shade for roadsides, parks, and large gardens.

Cultural and Spiritual Importance:

  • Revered in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism

  • Believed to bring positivity, prosperity, and peace

  • The Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment under a Peepal tree

Environmental Benefits:

  • Improves air quality by releasing oxygen even at night

  • Supports biodiversity by offering habitat for birds, bees, and butterflies

Low Maintenance:
Once established, Peepal Trees are drought-tolerant and require minimal care.


🌱 Planting Instructions

Location:
Choose a sunny, open space with plenty of room for the tree to spread.

Soil:
Grows best in well-draining, fertile soil but adapts to various soil types.

How to Plant:

  1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.

  2. Sow seeds shallowly in moist soil.

  3. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.

  4. Place in a warm, bright location for best germination.

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