The bark, leaves, and fruits are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments including skin diseases, digestive issues, and inflammation. It is known for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
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Known as the 'Bodhi Tree', it is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It is a keystone species in India, providing essential habitat and food for numerous birds, insects, and small mammals.
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Known as the 'Bodhi Tree', it is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It is a keystone species in India, providing essential habitat and food for numerous birds, insects, and small mammals.
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The bark, leaves, and fruits are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments including skin diseases, digestive issues, and inflammation. It is known for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
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1500 years
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15 meters
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Native
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🌱 Story of Peepal Tree
The tree in the image is a mature Ficus religiosa, commonly known as the Peepal or Sacred Fig. It has been heavily pruned or pollarded, as evidenced by the large, flat-cut trunk surface. Despite the significant pruning, the tree shows resilience with new foliage emerging from the upper branches. The bark texture and leaf structure are characteristic of this species, which is deeply revered in Indian culture and ecology.
This tree heals the planet
Every single day, Peepal Tree gives back
☁️ CO₂ Absorbed
22 kg/yr
≈ 110 km of car emissions offset annually
💨 Oxygen Released
16 kg/yr
💧 Water Conserved
3,740 L/yr
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Age
15.0m
Height
1500yr
Lifespan
Mature
Stage
📋 Details
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Family
Moraceae
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Native Status
Native
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City
Tenkasi Railway station
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Location
Roadside
🩺 Medicinal Properties
The bark, leaves, and fruits are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat various ailments including skin diseases, digestive issues, and inflammation. It is known for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
✨ What makes Peepal Tree special
Known as the 'Bodhi Tree', it is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It is a keystone species in India, providing essential habitat and food for numerous birds, insects, and small mammals.
