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Paras peepal, Thespesia populnea, Indian Tulip Tree

Original price was: ₹999.00.Current price is: ₹549.00.

24 in stock

  •  Live plant along with plastic pot
  •  plants height 18-24 inches with 6-inch pot.
  •  Famous for peace, good luck, wealth, and prosperity.
  •  plants’ nature is outdoor, loves full sun, and less watering
  •  Grows till 40 feet, best landscaping plant, and avenue tree

Description

Description

Paras peepal, Thespesia populnea, Indian Tulip Tree

Thespesia populnea, also known as the Indian tulip tree or Portia tree, is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Old World, including India, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall. The leaves are glossy green, and the flowers are yellow or orange. This Indian Tulip Tree is used for various purposes, such as in traditional medicine, and for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and boat building.

Paras peepal in Indian Culture

Paras Peepal tree is considered to be one of the most sacred trees in our Hindu culture for ages. All your worries can flush away if you make offerings to the tree and perform certain rituals. It is worshipped from ancient times for peace, good luck, wealth, and prosperity.

Thespesia populnea notable features:

  • Size: It is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 15 meters tall.
  • Leaves: The leaves are glossy green and are typically arranged alternately on the branches. They are ovate to elliptical in shape and can grow up to 10 centimeters long.
  • Flowers: The tree produces yellow or orange flowers that are typically arranged in clusters. Each flower has five petals and a central pistil.
  • Fruit: The tree produces a woody capsule fruit that is typically about 5 centimeters long. The fruit contains several seeds that are surrounded by a cottony substance.
  • Bark: The bark is typically gray or brown and is rough to the touch. It is also known to be corky.
  • Wood: The wood of Thespesia populnea is hard, heavy, and durable. It is resistant to termite and borer attacks. It is used for construction, furniture, and boat building.
  • Traditional medicine: The tree is used in traditional medicine for various purposes such as wound healing and for the treatment of diabetes.
  • Ornamental: The tree is also grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and leaves.
  • Salt Tolerance: It is a salt-tolerant species that can grow in coastal areas.

Paras peepal care instruction

  • Light: The plant loves full sun to partial shade, but may tolerate full shade.
  • Soil: The plant prefers well-draining, sandy, or loamy soil with plenty of organic materials. It can also withstand wide variety of soil pH.
  • Water: The plant is drought-tolerant, but it needs regular watering during the first few months of growth and during dry periods.
  • Fertilizer: balanced fertilizer should be applied on regular basis to the plant.
  • Propagation: Seeds or semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the tree can be used to propagate the plant.
  • Salt Tolerance: The plant is tolerant to salt, so it is suitable to grow in coastal areas.
  • Pruning: The plant’s size and shape can be controlled through pruning. To encourage new growth, prune it after the blooming season.
  • Pest and disease resistance: The plant is relatively resistant to pests and diseases, but fungal diseases like leaf spots and powdery mildew might impact it if cultivated in humid conditions.

Additional information

Additional information

Weight 2 kg
Dimensions 11 × 11 × 37 cm

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