🌿Native Nature

Indian banyan

Ficus benghalensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Rosales ›Family: Moraceae ›Genus: Ficus

About

Ficus benghalensis, commonly known as the banyan, banyan fig and Indian banyan, is a tree native to the Indian Subcontinent. Specimens in India are among the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian banyan?
The scientific name of Indian banyan is Ficus benghalensis.
What kingdom does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the order Rosales.
What family does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the family Moraceae.
What genus does Indian banyan belong to?
Indian banyan belongs to the genus Ficus.