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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

Taxonomy

The scientific classification of Ficus religiosa.

Classification

KingdomPlantae
FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
SpeciesFicus religiosa
Binomial NameFicus religiosa
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NamePeepal
Life FormTree
Growth HabitBushy, upright

Taxonomic Hierarchy

KingdomPlantae
FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
SpeciesFicus religiosa
Binomial NameFicus religiosa
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NamePeepal

Taxonomic Notes

  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis belongs to the family Malvaceae.
  • The genus Hibiscus includes over 200 species of shrubs, trees, and herbs.
  • This species is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.