Ficus religiosa aka Peepal Tree

Ficus religiosa, also known as the bodhi tree, pimple tree, peepul tree, peepal tree, pipala tree, ashvattha tree, or Asathu in Sinhala, is a species of fig that belongs to the Moraceae family. Native to the Indian subcontinent and Indochina, it is a dry season-deciduous or semi-evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 3 meters. The leaves are cordate with a distinctive extended drip tip, and the fruits are small figs that are green when unripe and purple when ripe, measuring 1–1.5 centimeters in diameter. Considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, Ficus religiosa has a religious significance in these religions. It is believed to be the tree species under which Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment, and Hindu and Jain ascetics often meditate under it. The sacred fig is also the state tree of the Indian states of Odisha, Bihar, and Haryana. Ficus plants contain latex which makes them toxic, so it is important to be careful around them, especially if you have children or pets. Interestingly, all plants in the Ficus genus produce figs, and all figs are pollinated by tiny wasps that use the fruits as a safe place to raise their young. Ficus religiosa is known for its long lifespan, with some trees living for over 3,000 years. The Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, a peepal tree in the ancient city of Anuradhapura in Sri Lanka, is estimated to be over 2,250 years old and is regarded as the oldest historical tree in the world with religious importance.