Banyan Tree || Ficus Benghalensis || شجرة البانيان || Majestic Shade Tree for Garden & Landscape UAE & KSA

The Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis) شجرة البانيان, native to India and Pakistan, is a majestic and unique tree that makes a stunning statement in any large garden or landscape. Known for its aerial roots that grow downwards and take root wherever they touch the ground, the Banyan tree appears to have several trunks, giving it a striking and expansive canopy.

This fig tree starts life as an epiphyte, germinating in the crevices of a host tree or structure. As it matures, its aerial roots form the tree’s distinctive appearance. The Banyan Tree thrives in full sun to partial shade, preferring well-drained yet moderately moist soil. While young trees require regular watering, established trees are drought-tolerant. Its large canopy provides significant shade, making it an excellent choice for gardens, parks, or as a landscape centerpiece in warm climates like those of the UAE & KSA.

🌿 Why Choose the Banyan Tree?
✅ Unique, majestic tree with several trunks formed by aerial roots
✅ Perfect for large gardens, parks, and landscapes
✅ Provides ample shade with its expansive canopy
✅ Drought-tolerant once established
✅ Delivered healthy with premium soil & safe arrival guarantee

🌍 Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Ficus benghalensis

• Common Name: Banyan Tree, شجرة البانيان

• Family: Moraceae

• Origin: India, Pakistan

• Height: Up to 30 meters (Max height)

• Spread: Wide canopy (varies based on conditions)

• Sunlight Needs: Full sun to partial shade

• Water Requirement: High moisture needs; drought-tolerant once established

• Soil Preference: Well-draining, moderately moist soil

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Roots: Aerial roots that grow downwards and take root upon contact with the ground

• Fragrance: No

🌱 Care Tips:

• Plant in a large area with sufficient space for its wide canopy

• Water regularly when young, ensuring soil stays moist but not waterlogged

• Once established, water thoroughly but allow soil to dry out between waterings

• Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches

• Protect from frost in colder climates

🌴 What You’ll Receive:

• A healthy live Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis) in a nursery pot
  

• Expert care guide for successful growth