Seed Availability

Seeds are now available at our seed store.

Description

A semi-evergreen growing to 50-90ft. The leaves are quite distinctive, somewhat heart shaped, with a noticeable extended tip. The plant is extremely long-lived, with earliest known specimens dating over 2200 years old, making it the longest known living angiosperm.

Hardiness

Hardy to about 32F, possibly a bit lower.

Growing Environment

Adaptable to a number of environments, so long as the climate is reasonably warm year-round. Will stand cool temperatures and brief frosts. Grows in full sun or filtered sun. Water moderately, plant in well-drained soil.

Propagation

By cuttings, air layers and seeds. Cuttings and air layers are the only means of propagating the absolute specific tree (DNA wise) Buddha once sat under.

Uses

Planted as an ornamental, both for its attractive beauty and its religious significance.

Native Range

Native to southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka, through Nepal, China and Vietnam.

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Moraceae
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