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Ficus benghalensis
Indian Banyan, Banyan Tree
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| Species Name | Ficus benghalensis |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Indian Banyan, Banyan Tree |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Ficus |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Large strangling fig growing up to 20 m tall with a spreading crown. Abundant aerial roots spread to 100 m or more and turn woody, forming pillar-like prop roots once they reach the ground. Leaves 2-6 cm long, hairy, coriaceous, ovate to elliptic. Hairy globose figs 1.5-2 cm in diameter, ripening pinkish red, sessile and in axillary pairs.
2. Tree Size
Large (>15 m)
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3. Full Distribution
- Widespread in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Lowland forests
5. Altitude (in meters)
- Up to 600 m
6. Landscape Type
Blue-green Corridors
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Urban Streets (0)
Blue-green Corridors (1)
Small Urban Green Spaces (0)
Coastal Fronts (0)
Unknown (0)
7. IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
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Near Threatened (0)
Vulnerable (0)
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Not Evaluated
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Critically Endangered (0)
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Fast
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11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
No
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
Yes
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
Yes
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14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
No
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
Full sun
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
No
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- pH 6.2-7.0 [1]
19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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- Inferred from habitat association. [1]
20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
- It is an exotic species only planted in urban areas. None were observed growing in coastal areas.
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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- It is a common species found throughout the country.
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22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
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23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- A mature tree at the Royal Selangor Golf Club survived the dry season. A young tree at Kepong Botanic Gardens, Selangor, also survived, but young plants are watered during that time.
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24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
No
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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No (1)
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
No
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- Highly resistant to pests and disease. [1]
27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
Yes
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29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- The tree is sacred to Hindus and is widely planted due to its religious significance. It also has edible fruits and medicinal properties and is used for timber. [1]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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