Sacred fig (Ficus religiosa) |
It is also known as the bodhi tree, peepal tree or ashwattha tree. Sacred fig is the state tree of Odisha.
Biological Classification -
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Spermatophyta
Subphylum: Angiospermae
Class: Dicotyledonae
Order: Urticales
Family: Moraceae
Genus: Ficus
Species: Ficus religiosa
Amazing Facts about Sacred fig :
- The tree pumps ground water due to an expansive root system and keeps the surrounding cool.
- It purifies the surrounding air by killing harmful bacteria.
- It provides oxygen even at night.
- It is used to cure skin diseases and many more.
Above picture is showing growth of the sacred fig that I planted one month ago. When it was potted it was having four leaves. In the time period of one month it gained four new leaves. Although it grows slowly, I get immense pleasure watching it's daily growth.
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