Ficus religiosa

Ficus religiosa (peepal)

Classification

Scientific Name: Ficus religiosa

Local Name: Peepal (पीपल)

Kingdom: Plantae

  Order: Rosales

     Family: Moraceae

        Genus: Ficus

            Species: religiosa

Description of Plant:

The Peepal tree is taken into consideration the mythical 'Tree of Life' or 'World Tree' of the Indian subcontinent. The Peepal tree, additionally known as Ficus religiosa, belonging to the own circle of relatives Moraceae, is a version of the fig tree called the bodhi tree. The word 'Ficus' in Latin refers to 'fig', the fruit of the tree and the word 'Religiosa' refers to 'religion', as it's far sacred in each Buddhism and Hinduism. Also, for this reason, it's far named 'Sacred fig'. It is a large tree frequently planted close to holy locations and temples.

Traditionally, the leaf juice of the peepal tree can be beneficial for cough, asthma, diarrhoea ,ear pain, toothache, haematuria (blood in urine), migraine, scabies, eye troubles, and gastric problems. The stem bark of the peepal tree may assist with paralysis, gonorrhoea ,bone fractures, diarrhoea  and diabetes. However, greater research are required to show the ability use of blessings for the functions cited above. Furthermore, it need to now no longer be used for self-medication.

Distribution of Plant

Peepal Tree or Ficus religiosa is commonly known as Sacred Fig in English. Peepal is the Hindi name for Ficus religiosa. The peapal tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and surrounding areas. It is primarily a temperate climate tree. The Peepal Tree is also known as Bodhi Tree, Bo Tree, Pippala Tree, Piplo, Jali, Piparo, Pipallo, People Tree, Pipal, Pipal, Pipal Tree, Buddha Tree, Ashwattha Tree, Ashwarthan, Alasamaram, Alasang, Alas, Arala. etc It is a plant of the fig family. It belongs to the genus Ficus (Moraceae).

Peepal or Ficus Religiosa is considered sacred in some religions such as Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. It is worshiped by many of these religions.

Gautama Buddha is believed to have attained enlightenment under the Peepal tree. Therefore, many people do the same practice and meditate under the Peepal Tree. Therefore, this tree was called Bodhi tree.

Ficus Religiosa grows abundantly in countries such as India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Thailand, Myanmar and Malaysia. The peepal tree is a tropical tree and needs a warm climate and plenty of sun to grow. It is now also grown in Iran, Venezuela and Florida. Sacred figs prefer dry climates. When fully mature, it is a deciduous/semi-evergreen tree known for its sprawl and excellent structure.

Plant use

• Use of Peepal Tree for Heart Disease.
• Use of Peepal tree for Joint Pain and Fever.
• Using Peepal Tree for Respiratory System.
• Using Peepal Tree on Skin.
• Use of Peepal Tree for Mouth Diseases.