Peepal tree
The Peepal tree in English called sacred fig or Ficus
religiosa. It is also known as the Pippala tree, Bodhi tree, Peepul tree, or Ashwati tree.
Elephants eat its leaves with great fervor. Hence it is also called
Gajabhakshi.
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| Peepal Tree |
Peepal trees are native to the Indian subcontinent and
thrive most in hot, humid climates. These trees like sunlight more. It is often
available everywhere. A Peepal tree is always found on the side of roads, in
temples or gardens.
Although this tree grows anywhere on its own it grows
best on most loam types of soil. In the months of March and April, its leaves
fall to the ground. It absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen.
Peepal tree is a giant tree of the species of banyan tree but this
shade is less than a banyan tree. In some religions, it has a religious
significance. It has its symbolic meaning of enlightenment and peace.
What is the Peepal Tree?
The Peepal tree is called a very dry season - deciduous or
semi-evergreen tree. The shade of the Peepal tree is very cold. The expansion,
spread, and height of this tree are wide and very vast.
This tree is about 30
meters tall by 98 fits and with a trunk diameter of about 3 meters.
Peepal tree Bark
The bark of the old tree is torn and white-brown in color.
The leaves of this tree are very beautiful, shaped like heart shape and like
betel leaf. Its leaves are about 10 to 17 cm long and 8 to 12 cm wide. Its new
leaves are soft, smooth, and light red in color.
Peepal tree leaf
Its leaves are pointed from the front. During springtime, new leaves of dense color start coming on its leaves and then these leaves
become dark green.
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In India, in many places, people collect the Peepal tree leaves
and clean them and dry them. After that paint them with gold acrylic to
preserve them for years.
Peepal tree fruits
Its fruits are smooth, spherical, small. It is green in raw
state and purple in a ripe state. Its seed is half as much as that of a mustard
seed, yet its tree takes the largest form and lives for many years.
Peepal tree roots
The roots of this tree are very strong and spread. These
roots of the Peepal tree are covered with seeds inside the soil and extend
very far. As similar to the Vat tree, its old tree trunk and thick branches
emerge from it. This is called peep beard.
These roots are not very thick and long. When we break or
peel its trunk or branches or breaks the soft leaves a sticky white substance
(like milk) is produced.
This tree is also called the longevity tree. The reason is that
it is a very long-lived tree, with an average lifespan of between 900 and 1500
years. Some trees live for 3,000 years.
Where is Peeple Tree found or grown?
Peepal tree is found in the sub-Himalayan forests of India,
West Bengal and Central India. Due to its religious importance in Hindu and
Buddhism, Peepal tree is planted around temples.
Peepal tree medicinal properties.
The different parts of the Peepal tree are also used
medicinally and many more Benefits can be taken in diseases.
In many old Ayurvedic texts, the properties of the Peepal
tree and its leaves (Peepal Leaf) have been told that the use of Peepal improves
the color provides relief from wounds, swelling, pain.
The peepal tree cleanses the blood. Peepal tree bark is beneficial in
urinary-vaginal disorders. The use of peepal bark clears the stomach. It helps
in conceiving by enhancing sexual stamina.
The use of Peepal trees is also beneficial in gonorrhea, phlegm
defects, diabetes, leucorrhea, respiratory diseases. Apart from this, you can
also use Peepal tree parts in many other diseases. Let us know about it in
detail.
"Peeple
tree’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen
is also unmatched. It gives life to people in every way."
Peepal Tree Benefits and Uses
Dental Disease: Mix an equal quantity of bark of Peepal and
vat tree and cook in water. Rinse it cures diseases of teeth.
Teeth are strengthened by brushing daily with a fresh twig.
This kills bacteria and reduces gingivitis. Apart from this, the smell of
Peepal foul smell also ends.
Effect of toxin: In such conditions when a poisonous animal has bitten a physician is not present, the juice of the Peepal tree leaf is given
to the patient. And after a while, the effect of the toxin is reduced.
If a physician is not present on time when a poisonous an animal is bitten when the juice of the Peepal leaf is given to the patient
after a while, the effect of the toxin is reduced.
Colds: Peepal tree is also beneficial in the problem of cold
and cold. Dry Peepal leaves in shade and make a decoction with sugar candy and
drink it, there are many benefits. This helps in the recovery of colds quickly.
Constipation; In constipation or problem of gas, Peepal
tree leaves are used as a medicine. Peepal tree leaves are also considered as a
bile destroyer, so its use is beneficial in stomach problems.
Bile problem is eliminated
by taking the juice of its fresh leaves and drinking a teaspoon in the morning and
evening.
Increase appetite: If somebody feels less hungry then he can
take benefits of the Peepal tree in this problem.
Problems of phlegm, bile,
blood disorders, poisoning, burning sensation, vomiting, and loss of appetite
can be cured by Consuming ripe fruits of the Peepal tree.
Skin diseases: In skin problems such as ringworm, itching,
itching eating soft leaves of Peepal tree, or drinking its decoction is
beneficial. Applying Peepal tree bark is also beneficial to the problem of
boils and pimples.
Asthma: Ayurvedic experts believe that it is beneficial for
the asthma patient or for them who are suffering from respiratory disease to be
around the Peepal tree.
Compare to other trees Peepal tree releases more oxygen
into the atmosphere and keeps the air pure. We can use it as a home remedy for
respiratory diseases such as asthma.
Skin color: Peel
bark paste or its leaves can also be used to improve skin color. It is also used
to reduce wrinkles of the skin. We can apply the soaked fresh root of Peepal tree to
reduce skin wrinkles
Body Weakness: Taking half a teaspoon powder of Peepal tree fruit with milk thrice a day ends physical weakness.
Breath shortness: Peepal tree is also very beneficial in
any type of breathing problem. In breathing problem remove the inner part of
Peepal tree barks and dry it. By eating powder of this dried part all the
problems related to breathing can be cured.
Reduce stress: Those who are chew Peepal tree leaves are
rich in antioxidants, chewing its soft leaves regularly reduces stress, and
also reduces the effect of increasing age.
Syphilis disease: Burn the bark of Peepal tree and make it
ash. Sprinkling this ash on syphilis is beneficial.
Hemorrhage: In case of bleeding from the nose, breaking the
fresh leaves of peepal and extracting the juice from it is very beneficial. Smelling
and sniffing of Peepal tree leaf also provide relief.
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