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Question: The botanical name of peepal tree is A. Cajanus cajan B. Ficus religiosa C. Pisum sativum D...
The botanical name of peepal tree is
A. Cajanus cajan
B. Ficus religiosa
C. Pisum sativum
D. Ficus benghalensis
Solution
Botanical name is a scientific name identifying the genus and species, which is conforming to the ICN (International Code of Nomenclature) for algae, fungi, and plants.
Complete answer:
A. Cajanus Cajan- Cajanus Cajan belongs to the family of Fabaceae and is commonly known as pigeon pea, tur, or red gram. Pigeon pea is an important legume crop and a major source of protein for the population of the Indian subcontinent.
B. Ficus religiosa- Ficus religiosa also sacred fig belongs to the family of Moraceae and is commonly known as peepal tree or bodhi tree. It is a species of fig (inverted flower resembling a teardrop) native to the Indian subcontinent and Indochina. It is a large semi-evergreen or dry-season deciduous tree.
C. Pisum sativum- Pisum sativum belongs to the family of Fabaceae and is commonly known as the garden pea which is an annual plant. Pea plant is a cool-season crop grown for its edible seeds. This plant also serves as a model plant in genetic research.
D. Ficus benghalensis- Ficus benghalensis belongs to the family of Moraceae and is commonly known as a banyan tree which is native to the Indian subcontinent. It is a national tree of India. Banyan tree is a medicinal plant in the field of Ayurveda for treating a wound, skin disease, etc.
Hence, the correct answer is option (C).
Note: Peepal tree or Ficus religiosa is considered as the largest oxygen provider tree in the night as well. In Ayurveda, peepal shoots, bark, leaves, and fruit has various medicinal benefits.