Life in the Banyan tree- Learning Gardens Living Museums

This illustration looks at the banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) as more than a single tree. It brings together the many forms of life that depend on it, some easy to spot and others hidden in plain sight.

If you have spent time near a banyan tree, you may recognise this. Birds, insects and small animals move through its branches, roots and leaves, each finding space and purpose within it.

The banyan is a keystone species, supporting a wide range of life. What appears to be one tree is actually a network of relationships, offering food, shelter, nesting spaces and pathways for movement.

The illustrations were first drawn by hand in pencil and then coloured digitally.

• Printed on premium matte paper with a smooth finish

• Frame not included

• Available in A4 and A3 sizes

• Smaller prints are flat packed, larger prints are shipped rolled

• Colors may vary slightly depending on your screen settings

• Each print is carefully packed for safe delivery