50+ Pipal Peepal Tree In English Images. Trees are sacred in india, and often associated with a god or a goddess. Padma puran asserts, cutting ashvattha tree brings misfortune.

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Peepal tree or pipal (ficus religiosa) is considered to be one of the most sacred trees in our hindu culture for ages. Peepal tree or pipal tree is a very similar species with the scientific name ficus religiosa. The peepal tree (popularly known as bodhi tree) is considered auspicious in hinduism, jainism and buddhism.

It removes burning sensation and cures the heart diseases.

Well, apart from its religious significance, peepal tree is also known for its medicinal value. Regarded as sacred by buddhists bo tree (sanskrit) or the peepal (pipal) tree, in the bhagavad gita. People revere the pipal tree and also perform a puja in its dedication.