Bibhitaki

Terminalia bellirica

Tropical tree native to South and Southeast Asia. Fruit is a respiratory tonic and the third component of the Ayurvedic triphala formula.

Hardiness ratings

Bibhitaki hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 10–12 −1.1 °C to 15.6 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H2 1 °C to 5 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 9 −1 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 6–7 10 °C and warmer Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Strictly tropical — requires year-round warmth
  • Always consult a qualified medical or herbal practitioner before using any plant medicinally

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Reference

Bibhitaki on Wikipedia