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One shop word, more than one plantFig is not a species.
Fig is a shop word for more than one Ficus. Anjeer is Ficus carica. Tamil athi is Ficus racemosa. Peepal is Ficus religiosa. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Common fig · Ficus carica
Ficus carica — anjeer, the deciduous Mediterranean fruit.
- Athi · Ficus racemosa
Ficus racemosa — athi, the cluster fig on the trunk.
- Arasamaram · Ficus religiosa
Ficus religiosa — arasa / peepal, the temple fig.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.