Outdoor, full sun
Sacred Fig Tree
The peepal, at 2.2 to 2.8 m or 3.5 to 4 m, a fig with heart-shaped leaves ending in long tips. Full sun. Its roots need plenty of room, away from walls and pipes.
AED 300each, 2.2-2.8 M
Prices include 5% VAT.
Height:
Quantity
- Sacred Fig Tree, 2.2-2.8 M × 1
- AED 300
- Total
- AED 300
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- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in summer for the first year, then weekly; less in winter
- Pets
- Toxic to pets
- Size
- 220–400 cm
- Where
- Outdoor
Why people love it
- Heart-shaped leaves with long tips flutter in the breeze.
- The glossy leaves carry on through direct summer sun.
- It carries cultural meaning in South Asia.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- Thick roots crack pavers and boundary walls nearby.
- Broken stems leak latex that irritates eyes.
- It grows very large and needs room.
About this plant
The Sacred Fig (Ficus religiosa), known as peepal or bodhi tree, is a large deciduous to semi-evergreen fig native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Its glossy, heart-shaped leaves end in a long, narrow tip and flutter in the slightest breeze. It holds deep cultural and religious significance in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.
It grows quickly in Dubai and handles full sun and summer heat with regular water. It can drop leaves briefly in late winter or under drought stress, then flush back with new pinkish growth. Its main drawback is its vigorous, spreading root system, which can lift paving and damage walls, pipes and pools if planted too close.
It is best as a shade tree in large villa gardens, farms, parks and open compounds, well away from buildings. We offer it at 2.2–2.8 m and 3.5–4 m, so you start with a tree that gives some height straight away.
- Sizes
- 2.2 and 3.5 cm
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in summer for the first year, then weekly; less in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Sacred Fig, Peepal, Bodhi Tree and Ficus religiosa).
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 |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Sacred Fig Tree? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Sacred Fig Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in summer for the first year, then weekly; less in winter. 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, well-draining garden soil; it tolerates sandy ground. Feeding: a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring. Common mistake: planting it near walls, pools or pipes, where its strong roots cause damage. Where it works: large villa gardens, farms, parks and open compounds as a shade tree.
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 Sacred Fig, Peepal, Bodhi Tree and Ficus religiosa). Check with your vet if you have pets. The ASPCA lists other figs, such as weeping fig, as toxic.
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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Sacred Fig Tree FAQs
How far from my house should I plant a Sacred Fig?
Give it plenty of space, ideally 8–10 m or more from walls, pools and pipes, because its roots are strong and spreading.
Does it grow well in Dubai?
Yes. It handles full sun and heat with regular watering and grows quickly once established.
Does it lose its leaves?
It can drop leaves briefly in late winter or when stressed, then quickly regrow new leaves.
Is it toxic to pets?
Ficus religiosa is not listed by name in the ASPCA database, but other Ficus species are listed as toxic. Check with your vet if you have pets.
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