Sacred Fig
FamilyMoraceae
Max Height30 m
RangeIndia, SE Asia
HabitatTemperate to tropical
About the Sacred Fig
The Bodhi tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment. Heart-shaped leaves with long drip tips. Sacred in Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions. Planting one remains a meritorious act.
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