Ficus benghalensis Seeds
Common Names: Banyan Tree, Indian Banyan, Bargad, Barh, Vat Vriksha
Short Description:
Ficus benghalensis is a magnificent evergreen tree famous for its extensive canopy and numerous aerial roots that develop into supporting trunks. Native to the Indian subcontinent, it is a long-lived, majestic tree suited to spacious tropical and subtropical landscapes.
Germination Tips:
Use fresh seeds and sow them on the surface of a moist, well-draining medium.
Do not bury the tiny seeds deeply; gently press them into the surface.
Keep the medium consistently moist without making it waterlogged.
Maintain a warm temperature of around 25–30°C.
Provide bright, indirect light during germination.
Germination generally occurs within 2–6 weeks.