Oldest Banyan Tree in India? 700-Year-Old Banyan in Bihar Confirmed Through Scientific Dating
A 700-year-old banyan tree in Munger, Bihar, has been identified as the oldest accurately dated banyan tree using radiocarbon dating. Know why this discovery is important.
The oldest banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is found in the Munger district of Bihar. The researchers revealed that the tree is 700 years old and verified it as the oldest banyan tree. Banyan tree is also known as the national tree of India. Keep reading to know detail.
Where Is the Oldest Accurately Dated Banyan Tree?
The banyan tree is located in Munger, Bihar. Researchers verified the age of the Banayan tree to be around 700 years using the radiocarbon dating, a scientific technique that shows the age of tree. This method provides scientific records for the tree's age, unlike estimates based on historical records.
How Was the Tree’s Age Determined?
For determining the trees age researchers used radiocarbon dating which is a widely accepted scientific method for knowing the actual age of the material. The age is determined by measuring the carbon-14 in the sample. The research is entirely based on scientific facts rather than depending on local beliefs.
Why Is This Discovery Important?
Many ancient trees are believed to be hundreds or thousands year old, but the research is based on oral traditions or believes. But, in the case of Munger's banyan tree it's age has been scientifically proven.
About the Banyan Tree
The banyan tree is India’s national tree. For centuries the banyan tree has held importance in Indian culture and traditions. It has a large canopy and aerial roots that grows into a new trunks, allowing tree to grow and spread in a vast area.
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