Many benefits of Peepal are told. Peepal tree has the ability to do photosynthesis which is called Crassulacean Acid Metabolism (CAM). Peepal tree not only helps in providing oxygen naturally and it is also very effective in diseases like diabetes, constipation and asthma. There is also an old saying that sleeping under a Peepal tree keeps ghosts away, whereas science believes that sleeping under a Peepal tree increases your life. Peepal tree also has many religious sentiments attached to it, some people also worship it.
How does it look
It’s a large semi-evergreen tree with a heavy and wide trunk. The tree can grow up to 30 meters (98 ft). It has light gray bark that is smooth and peels in patches. The leaves are long and are heart-shaped with tapering tips. It produces fruits which look like small balls and is purple when ripe.
Scientific significance
It’s not just that it is religiously significant but it also has great scientific importance. The peepal tree emanates a great amount of oxygen. Going around the tree during morning hours is said to give the worshiper an abundance of oxygen supply. This tree is also said to possess a good amount of medicinal properties. Its leaves, wood, roots, and bark are the source of remedy for many diseases. The parts of this plant also dominate the Ayurvedic studies.
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