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Banyan Tree, Indian Banyan
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Ficus benghalensis

Banyan Tree, Indian BanyanTree

Ficus benghalensis, Ficus indica, or Ficus audrey commonly known as the banyan, banyan fig, audrey fig and Indian banyan, is a tree native to the Indian subcontinent. Specimens in India are among the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage. It is also known as a "strangler fig" because like many other trees in the genus Ficus it starts out as epiphyte, that is, leaning on another tree that it ends up enveloping.

FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
NativeAsia
LifespanLong-lived perennial

Growing Conditions

Provide the right environment for Banyan Tree to thrive.

Sunlight

IdealFull Sun

Temperature

Ideal18-30°C

Watering

CareModerate

Soil

SoilWell-drained

Best Growing Environment

Native to Asia.

Seasonal Care

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