Forest Farming -11 (Ficus Racemosus and Argeria Nervousa)
Channel: Khandige Vikas Bhat
Date: 20/02/2011

Ficus Racemosus is a keystone species.
 Its fruits are relished by bats, birds, squirrels, cows, bison, deer,earthworms,ants, elephants and others. The leaves are also eaten by goats and all herbivores. Tender shoots are edible for human consumption.
 It fruits round the year and hence it is very crucial for the survival of many species. 
It is associated with the planet Jupiter and Guru. The twigs are used in Hindu Ceremonies. 
The root sap is tapped to make a rejuvenatory drink.
 It is important in Ayurveda and essential for the ecological health.
 This ficus is spread by the numerous seeds which are embedded by the fruit. 
Argeria nervousa is a nervine herb. It is reputed to have hallucinogenic properties according to Ayurvedic texts.
Having a ficus racemoses tree in the farm does wonders to improve the ecological health of the farm as well as the entire surrounding neibourhood.
due to its healing presence the quality of life is enhanced.
 its numerous healing properties were recognised Vedic or prehistoric times.
uses in Ayurveda:
Roots-use ful in treating desentery.
Bark-astringent,antidiabetic,refrigerant,and as a healing wash for wounds.also used by native medicine for threatend abortion in emergensies in remote communities without acess to hospitals.
Leaves-