Pilkhan tree- A magnificent joy!

Ficus infectoria - Wavy Leaf Fig or Pilkhan Tree

• Ficus infectoria or virens (veer ens) is an evergreen spreading tree. Local name is Pilkhan and conducive to weather of Lahore. It is a common sight in Lahore cantonment area. A good avenue and landscape tree.
• The other day I visited Lahore Shahi Fort. I was overawed by the splendidly sprawled Pilkhan tree. 

The Magnificent! I am proud of you. Pilkhan tree at Lahore Fort.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

Fresco art- at the Lahor Shahi Fort depicting flora.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

A living art- an oxygen factory. Thank you for purifying my air. View from height.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

A fast growing plant. Watch coppery young leaves during Apr also.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

Fresco art at the Lahor Shahi Fort depicting flora.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

It has long life. Supporting itself for last 140 years approximately at Lahore Fort.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

Leaves are glossy green and thick, Making an abundant shade. Leaves also used in curry.
Photo Rashad 10 Nov 13

Figs fruit of tree. A staple food for the wild life. Pollination by a kind of wasp.
 Photo Rashad 23 Oct 13

• Happy viewing and reading.