Trees Planted & Survived
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Trees Species Details
Scientific Name:
Ficus benghalensis
Marathi Name:
Wad
Common Name:
Banyan tree
Plant Form:
Large evergreen tree, reaching up to 30 m or more.
Native/Exotic/Introduced:
Native
Distribution:
Widely distributed across India in tropical and subtropical zones, common in urban and forest areas.
Plant Characteristics:
Very large evergreen tree with large leathery ovate leaves; figs borne on short stalks on trunk and branches (cauliflorous); extensive aerial prop roots; bark rough and fissured.
Required Growth conditions:
Prefers tropical climates; grows in well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates drought once established; thrives in full sun or partial shade; annual rainfall 1000–2500 mm, temperature 25–40°C.
Habitat:
Found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in moist deciduous forests, coastal areas, and urban spaces; commonly seen in temples, parks, and along roadsides.
Conservation Status:
Least Concern (LC)
Dispersal:
Seeds dispersed by birds (frugivory) and mammals.
Pollinators:
Pollinated by specialized fig wasps (mutualistic relationship).
Medicinal Information:
Used for treating diarrhea, dysentery, and skin infections. Contains tannins, flavonoids, and sterols with antimicrobial and astringent properties.
Bird Host Plant:
Pigeons, Hornbills, Babblers
Butterfly Host Plant:
ND
Moth Host Plant:
ND
Ecological Significance:
Provides habitat and food for various birds, mammals, and insects; important for ecosystem stability.
Cultural Significance:
Sacred tree in India, often associated with temples; symbol of immortality; its branches are used for religious purposes.
Air Pollution Tollerance Index (APTI):
No official APTI data available.
Other Uses:
Wood used for making boats, furniture, and tools; leaves and fruits have medicinal uses.