the banyan tree was selected as the national tree of India because of its widespread symbolism and practicality. The canopy spread and longevity of the banyan tree serves as an excellent symbol of ...

The Shibpur botanical garden, India’s oldest living plant repository housing 1,377 species and the legendary Great Banyan ...

There has always been a question of confusion about which one is India's national tree-the banyan or the Peepal. Both of the ...

In India, trees also hold a special place in the country’s cultural and religious heritage, with many of them considered sacred. From the majestic Banyan to the pious Bodhi tree, India is home t ...

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A 700-year-old banyan tree in the southern Indian state of Telengana has been put on special "drips" filled with diluted pesticides, to ward off insects. The tree is spread across three acres and ...

Hyderabad: A 60-year plus banyan tree, which was uprooted in heavy rains in Jagtial, is set to get a fresh lease of life. The tree, located on Rajaram main road in Jagtial, has been nurtured by ...