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.