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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Germination tends to be slow, Germinates faster in warmer temperatures.

Native to: Bangladesh, India, Nepal

Native

Introduced

Ficus religiosaFicus religiosa

Bodhi Tree, Peepul Tree, Sacred Fig

In Stock: 5.532 lb (Total:5.532lb)

Ficus religiosa

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5.53 lb

Details

Germination:

30%

Germination test:

estimate

Purity:

97%

Seeds per lb:

903,038

Quantity:

5.53 lb

Collected in:

India

Crop year:

2021

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1830037

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Germination tends to be slow, Germinates faster in warmer temperatures.

Native to: Bangladesh, India, Nepal

Native

Introduced

Discover the majestic Ficus religiosa, known as Bodhi Tree, Sacred Fig, Peepul, or Bo tree—an embodiment of rich history and spiritual significance. Revered in Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism, this magnificent tree is said to have sheltered Buddha as he attained enlightenment. Native to the Indian subcontinent and regions of Southeast Asia, Sacred Fig belongs to the Moraceae family, showcasing an imposing stature with a straight trunk and a sprawling canopy adorned with aerial roots that reach the ground for additional support. Growing up to 100 feet tall and 9 feet wide, it boasts glossy, heart-shaped leaves that rustle in the wind, and inconspicuous flowers that reside within figs, transitioning from green to red or purple. In its natural tropical habitat, it thrives as a semi-evergreen, but it can act as deciduous in cooler climates. Beyond its spiritual reverence, Bodhi Tree is valued for traditional medicine, landscaping, and environmental conservation. Known for producing oxygen even at night, it stands as a symbol of prosperity, happiness, and longevity. Embrace this sacred symbol in your garden or home, mindful of the potential invasiveness and mild toxicity of its sap. Whether as a remarkable ornamental shade tree or a container plant, including as a bonsai, Bodhi Tree brings profound cultural and environmental depth to any setting.