Latin name Beringin is Ficus benjamina L., big tree, stem diameter can reach 2 m more, height can reach 25 m. Round-shaped stems, rough surface, blackish brown, exit roots hanging from the stem. Single leaf, oval, green, flat edge, crossed position opposite. Single flower, out of leaf axle, petal shape shape, greenish yellow. Buni fruit, small round,
Beringin (Ficus benjamina and some other species, tribal ara-araan or Moraceae) are very familiar with indigenous cultures of Indonesia. These large tree-shaped plants are often considered sacred and protect the local population. The offerings are often given under a banyan tree that is old and large because it is considered a place of magical power gathered. Some people think the place around the banyan tree is a "haunted" place and needs to be shunned.
The banyan, also called waringin or (somewhat mistaken) fig (ki ara, ki means "tree"), is known as garden plants and ornamental plants. Breeders have developed a banyan leaf (variegata) that is popular as a decorative plant room. Beringin is also often used as a bonsai object.
Bodhi trees are often interchangeable with banyan, though both are of different types. Characteristics of the Banyan Tree
- Upright rods
- Rough surface
- Dark brown
- Exit the roots hanging from the stem
- Single leaf, oval, green, 3 - 6 cm long, flat edge, crossed position opposite
- Single flower, out of leaf armpit, petal shape shape, greenish yellow. Buni fruit, small round, length 0.5 - 1 cm
- Question with seed.
- Have hanging roots to absorb the air.
- Leaves much to multiply photosynthesis.
- His roots are strong to support his body.
