Bodhi Tree

Ficus Religiosa

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Overview

The Bodhi Tree, Ficus religiosa, is a revered and hardy deciduous species reaching up to 100 ft tall with a crown width of 70 ft. Its heart-shaped leaves with distinctive extended tips rustle in the wind. Preferring USDA zones 10-12, it thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate water. Sacred in Buddhism, it symbolizes enlightenment and offers a tranquil focal point in spacious, spiritual, or contemplative landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 10–11Climate Subtropical

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is a revered and hardy deciduous species reaching up to 100 ft tall with a crown width of 70 ft

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: High
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 70–90 Ft.
Mature width: 50–70 Ft.

Classification

Family: Moraceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Photos (101)

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — shaded area beneath.<br><br>Its smooth; tree for full or half, image 101

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — The tree can mature to a grand stature; native to the Indian subcontinent, image 99

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is recognized for its distinct heart-shaped leaves; with a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12, image 97

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — which feature an extended drip tip and are typically 4 to 6 inches long; is a revered and hardy deciduous species, image 98

Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — ranging from 50 to 100 feet in height with a canopy spread that can match its height; the Bodhi Tree produces small, image 100

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