Pipal tree
a native tree of India, held sacred by
the Buddhists, who believe that Gautama Buddha received enlightenment
under a Bo tree at Bodh Gaya. The Bo tree attains great size and age;
the leaves, which hang from long, flexible petioles, rustle in the
slightest breeze. Pipal is also spelled peepul or pipul. All parts of
the Pipal tree, including roots, bark, leaf and fruit, are useful.
It is very holy tree and devoted by many in India.
