Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Scientists Work to Protect Sacred Bodhi Tree from Pests
The Bodhi tree in India, where Buddha found enlightenment, is very important to Buddhists.
Scientists are taking care of it, like giving it check-ups.
They found some tiny bugs on the branches and sprayed medicine to get rid of them.
They also cut off the parts of the tree that were sick.
The current tree is not the original, but comes from a tree that was brought from Sri Lanka a long time ago.
The Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India, is a revered symbol of Buddha's enlightenment.
Scientists from the Forest Research Institute (FRI) regularly inspect the tree's health.
Recent inspection found a minor mealybug infestation on the smaller branches.
Immediate chemical treatment and pruning of affected branches were implemented.
The current tree is a descendant of a Sri Lankan Bodhi tree planted in 1880.
- Who
- Scientists from the Forest Research Institute (FRI) and the Bodhi tree.
- What
- Scientists are working to protect the Bodhi tree from pests.
- When
- Recent health check and treatment.
- Where
- Bodh Gaya, India.
- Why
- To preserve the sacred Bodhi tree, which is a symbol of enlightenment.
- Location
- Bodh Gaya, Bihar, India
- Significance
- Symbol of Buddha's enlightenment
- Current Tree Lineage
- Descendant of a Sri Lankan Bodhi tree
- Inspection Team
- FRI, Dehradun
- Maintenance
- Annual maintenance costing several lakh rupees