Ecological
Provides ecosystem services including habitat, soil health, and biodiversity.
- Pollinator habitat
- Soil nitrogen fixation
- Carbon sequestration
- Biodiversity support
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Ficus religiosa
PeepalTree
Peepal (Ficus religiosa) is a tree belonging to the Moraceae family, native to India.
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.
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