Banyan tree

GPTKB entity

Statements (84)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:tree
gptkbp:aerial_roots grow downwards
gptkbp:associated_with Gandhi's childhood
gptkbp:attracts gptkb:birds
gptkbp:characteristic aerial roots
gptkbp:cultivation tropical climates
gptkbp:cultural_significance gptkb:Hinduism
sacred in Hinduism
gptkbp:family Moraceae
gptkbp:flowering_season public parks
gptkbp:genus Ficus
gptkbp:habitat tropical and subtropical regions
various wildlife
gptkbp:has large leaves
gptkbp:height up to 30 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Banyan tree
gptkbp:is a tree species
the national tree of India
gptkbp:is_a deciduous tree
gptkbp:is_a_food_source_for some animals
gptkbp:is_a_key_component_of agroforestry systems
gptkbp:is_a_source_of timber
natural dyes
medicinal compounds
food for insects
shade for livestock
gptkbp:is_a_subject_of scientific studies
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of gptkb:wisdom
gptkbp:is_associated_with gptkb:Buddhism
gptkbp:is_essential_for ecosystem balance
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:literature
gptkbp:is_known_for aesthetic appeal
large canopy
cultural heritage value
its extensive root system
unique growth pattern
gptkbp:is_known_to reduce air pollution
support biodiversity
improve soil quality
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with gptkb:spiritual_practices
community identity
longevity
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as gptkb:art
gptkbp:is_often_featured_in gptkb:photography
cultural events
gptkbp:is_often_planted_as a memorial tree
gptkbp:is_often_seen_in gptkb:historical_sites
gptkb:temples
sacred groves
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:community_gatherings
gptkb:educational_programs
cultural festivals
environmental education
cultural storytelling
land restoration projects
urban forestry
gptkbp:is_part_of local folklore
local ecosystems
traditional architecture
gptkbp:is_popular_for street planting
gptkbp:is_popular_in botanical gardens
gptkbp:is_recognized_as a national tree in India
gptkbp:is_used_for landscaping
gptkbp:is_used_in gptkb:rituals
traditional rituals
gptkbp:known_as gptkb:Indian_banyan
gptkbp:landmark many cities
gptkbp:lifespan over 100 years
gptkbp:native_to Indian subcontinent
gptkbp:produces figs
gptkbp:provides shade
habitat for birds
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Ficus_benghalensis
gptkbp:species gptkb:Ficus_benghalensis
gptkbp:spread_to can cover several acres
gptkbp:supports epiphytic plants
gptkbp:symbolizes immortality
gptkbp:used_for shade
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:traditional_medicine
gptkbp:works_for hundreds of years
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Colombo_Botanical_Gardens
gptkb:national_tree_of_India
gptkb:Foster_Botanical_Garden
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5