Outdoor · Full sun
Banyan Tree
AED 650each
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- AED 650
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- AED 650
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About this plant
Banyan Tree suits outdoor spots with full sun to part shade. Its pet safety is not confirmed, so check with your vet if you have pets.
Gives shade in large gardens, in full sun to part shade, with large, leathery leaves and a wide canopy.
The Banyan Tree (Ficus benghalensis) is a fig native to India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, and the national tree of India. It has large, oval, leathery leaves with pale veins and, as it matures, sends down aerial roots from its branches that thicken into new trunks, allowing old trees to spread very widely.
It grows well in Dubai with regular irrigation. It tolerates heat and full sun and provides dense shade once established. Young trees need steady deep watering through their first summers. Its roots are strong and spreading, so it needs plenty of space away from buildings, pipes, pools and paving. Pruning helps manage its size.
It works well as a shade tree on large villa plots, farms, parks and open landscapes. We offer it as a single established size.
- Watering
- Every 2 to 3 days in the first summer, deep watering; every 5 to 7 days once established
Why people love it
- Large leathery leaves and a wide canopy give deep shade.
- It is tough and tolerates heat well.
- It grows into an impressive long-term garden tree.
- It adds shade to a large open space.
Light
Full sun to part shade
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Banyan, Ficus benghalensis and Indian Banyan); the ASPCA lists the related Ficus benjamina as toxic to cats and dogs (ficin and psoralen). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- It spreads widely and needs a lot of room.
- Aerial roots and root growth can damage paving and walls.
- Broken leaves and twigs ooze sticky white latex that irritates eyes.
Why Green Beetle, not a nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Care guide for Dubai homes
How to keep Banyan Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun to part shade. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2 to 3 days in the first summer, deep watering; every 5 to 7 days once established. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: deep, fertile, well-draining soil. Feeding: balanced slow-release feed in spring and late summer for young trees. Common mistake: planting it near walls, pools or pipes, where the roots cause damage as it matures. Where it works: large villa plots, farms, parks and open landscapes.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Banyan, Ficus benghalensis and Indian Banyan); the ASPCA lists the related Ficus benjamina as toxic to cats and dogs (ficin and psoralen). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need help later on?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Banyan Tree FAQs
Can a Banyan tree grow in Dubai?
Yes. It handles heat and full sun with regular irrigation, and grows into a large shade tree.
How much space does it need?
A lot. Plant it well away from buildings, pools and pipes because the roots spread widely.
Is it toxic to pets?
Ficus benghalensis is not listed by the ASPCA, but the related Ficus benjamina is listed as toxic. The milky sap can irritate skin.
Can it be kept in a pot?
For a few years in a large pot, yes, but it grows best planted in the ground with space to spread.
Questions about Banyan Tree?
Talk to our team on WhatsApp. Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant? We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.