prop roots
these trees have long roots which goes 18KM TO THE GROUND.
Older banyan trees are characterized by their aerial prop roots that grow into thick woody trunks which, with age, can become indistinguishable from the main one.
A Banyan tree grows roots from its branches and trunks; these roots are called Aerial roots.
It's called a Banyan tree, but more specifically, its called a Chinese Banyan tree.
Temple of the Six Banyan Trees was created in 537.
Banyan is a very large tree, which eventually become accessory roots, these roots are called supporting roots. These roots hang from the branches and keep growing till they reach the ground. Older trees can reach more than 200m in diameter, covering an area of some hectares with a height of 30m. The fruits of the banyan are called fig. When they ripe, they are very popular with birds and monkeys and are eaten by humans in times of famine.
Banyan trees have prop roots to provide extra support for their spreading branches. The prop roots grow from the branches and extend downwards to the ground, forming a strong network that helps the tree stay upright and stable. This unique adaptation allows banyan trees to grow to immense sizes and live for hundreds of years.
asia
Banyan trees are found mainly in India, with some in Cambodia and Australia.
Banyan trees require a moist and tropical climate to thrive. Deserts, on the other hand, are characterized by arid and dry conditions, with limited water availability. The lack of water in deserts makes it difficult for banyan trees, which rely on ample water supply, to survive and grow.
Banyan tree is called BARGAD KA PED in Hindi. here Banyan is called as Bargad.
I think separate roots