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Peepal
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Ficus religiosa

PeepalTree

Peepal एक tree है जो Moraceae परिवार से संबंधित है।

FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
NativeIndia
LifespanShort-lived Perennial

Uses of Ficus religiosa

Peepal is represented through practical, cultural, ecological, and wellness use cases from the plant dataset.

Ecological

Provides ecosystem services including habitat, soil health, and biodiversity.

  • Pollinator habitat
  • Soil nitrogen fixation
  • Carbon sequestration
  • Biodiversity support

Industrial

Raw material for industrial applications.

  • Fiber extraction
  • Dye production
  • Essential oil distillation
  • Timber/wood products

Culinary

Edible parts used in regional cuisine across India and the world.

  • Fresh leaves in salads
  • Dried as seasoning
  • Tea/infusion preparation
  • Traditional recipe ingredient

Ornamental

Widely cultivated for garden beauty, landscaping, and indoor decoration.

  • Garden focal point
  • Container gardening
  • Hedge and border
  • Cut flower arrangements

Cosmetic

Extracts used in skincare, haircare, and beauty products.

  • Skin moisturizing
  • Hair growth promotion
  • Anti-aging formulations
  • Natural colorant

Medicinal

Used in Ayurveda, Siddha, and folk medicine for various therapeutic applications.

  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • Antioxidant-rich extracts
  • Supports digestive health
  • Traditional fever remedy

Toxicity Information

Moderately toxic