banyan
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From our crop reference
Banyan is a tree crop, a perennial. Sow it in Jun–Jul and expect to harvest in 25–50 years. It wants a pH of 6.0–8.0 (close to neutral) and 18–40°C. Plant at 12 × 12 m. A good crop returns around Fodder + shade. Watch for leaf spot, scale.
Growing Banyan6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly
A Banyan's canopy can eventually spread to a diameter of over 100 meters.
Other Large Trees 20 meters To allow the Banyan to develop its full, characteristic symmetrical canopy without competition.
Income Potential: A well-managed, mature Banyan tree (around 8-10 years old) can host enough insects to produce 15-25 kg of sticklac (raw lac) per harvest cycle.
In India's context, native trees like Neem, Banyan, and Peepal are excellent carbon absorbers.
Tree Leaves: Don't underestimate the value of leaves from trees like Neem, Babhul, Peepal, and Banyan.
Ficus pumila, a member of the Moraceae family (same as the edible fig, banyan, and peepal), has two distinct growth stages: Juvenile Stage: This is the form you want to cultivate for sale.
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