Trees in Buddhism

The sacred fig (Ficus religiosa) holds significance in Buddhism; Gautama Buddha is believed to have attained enlightenment under a sacred fig tree.

Humanity's interest in Ginkgo trees was a factor in its survival; it is believed that Buddhist Monks revered the trees for their beauty, resilience and medicinal properties.

Buddhist books and sacred manuscripts have historically been made from the bark of the paper mulberry tree (Saa paper), particularly in Southeast Asia and parts of China.