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Peepal
आजची वनस्पती

Ficus religiosa

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Peepal (Ficus religiosa) is a tree belonging to the Moraceae family, native to India.

FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
NativeIndia
LifespanShort-lived Perennial

More Information

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Botanical Information

Scientific NameFicus religiosa
Common NamePeepal
FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
Speciesreligiosa
Plant Typetree

Physical Characteristics

Height23.8 - 34 m
Spread30.1 - 43 m
Root TypeTap root
Leaf TypeSimple
Leaf ArrangementAlternate
Flower ColorsRed

Blooming Information

Blooming SeasonSpring-Summer
FragranceNone
Fragrance Intensitynone
Pollinationinsect

Environmental Information

ClimateTemperate Forest
Minimum Temperature1°C
Drought Tolerancehigh
Hardiness Zones9

Pests & Diseases

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Thrips
  • Leaf spot
  • Root rot
  • Powdery mildew
  • Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.