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Ficus benghalensis/Indian Banyan
Mature specimen with aerial roots forming the support trunks
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Scientific Name:
Ficus benghalensis
Common Name:
Indian Banyan
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
10, 11
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Height:
over 50 feet
Spread:
over 50 feet
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
Aerial rootlets are produced from the branches and hang down. When the aerial roots reach the ground, they take root and grow and can form a forest-like effect. Are drought tolerant, once the tree is establshed. Birds eat the fruit.