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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 10–11Type TreeClimate Subtropical
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — The Bodhi Tree produces small figs, but they are generally not considered an edible commodity
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 56Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — It requires well-draining soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods; shaded area beneath.<br><br>Its smoothBodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — or contemplative landscapes; which feature an extended drip tip and are typically 4 to 6 inches long, image 71Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is recognized for its distinct heart-shaped leaves; with a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12, image 75Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — the Bodhi Tree is often planted as a focal point due to its historical and aesthetic appeal; is a significant, image 61Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is recognized for its distinct heart-shaped leaves; with a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12+114

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Moraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — The Bodhi Tree produces small figs, but they are generally not considered an edible commodity
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 56
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — It requires well-draining soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods; shaded area beneath.<br><br>Its smooth
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — or contemplative landscapes; which feature an extended drip tip and are typically 4 to 6 inches long, image 71
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is recognized for its distinct heart-shaped leaves; with a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12, image 75
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — the Bodhi Tree is often planted as a focal point due to its historical and aesthetic appeal; is a significant, image 61
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is recognized for its distinct heart-shaped leaves; with a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is a significant species both horticulturally and culturally
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is a revered and hardy deciduous species reaching up to 100 ft tall with a crown width of 70 ft
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — ensure ample space for its wide-reaching roots and expansive canopy; ranging from 50 to 100 feet in height with a, image 65
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — but established trees demonstrate moderate drought tolerance; when planning the placement of a Bodhi Tree, image 85
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — is a significant species both horticulturally and culturally; the Bodhi Tree is often planted as a focal point due to its
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — ranging from 50 to 100 feet in height with a canopy spread that can match its height
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — Preferring USDA zones 10-12, it thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate water; it requires well-draining, image 91
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — Preferring USDA zones 10-12, it thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate water
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — With a USDA hardiness zone classification of 10-12; ensure ample space for its wide-reaching roots and expansive, image 82
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — the Bodhi Tree is often planted as a focal point due to its historical and aesthetic appeal
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — The Bodhi Tree produces small figs, but they are generally not considered an edible commodity; grey bark and angular, image 81
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — When planning the placement of a Bodhi Tree; or contemplative landscapes, image 64
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — The tree can mature to a grand stature
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — It requires well-draining soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — ensure ample space for its wide-reaching roots and expansive canopy; ranging from 50 to 100 feet in height with a, image 87
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — shaded area beneath.<br><br>Its smooth; tree for full or half, image 101
Bodhi Tree (Ficus Religiosa) — tree for full or half
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