Medicinal
Ayurveda
Beel Tree
Aegle marmelos
The Beel Tree, also known as Bael or Bilva, is a sacred, deciduous tree valued for its aromatic fruit, religious significance, and medicinal uses in Ayurveda.
Quick Facts
Height: 8–12 m m
Blooms: April–June
Light grey bark, trifoliate green leaves, hard-shelled greenish-yellow fruits
15–45°C
Visit Information
Location
Temple grounds, home gardens, forest edges
Best Viewing Time
Deciduous
Habitat & Care
Natural Habitat
Tropical dry deciduous forests
Lifespan
Long-lived
Temperature Range
Warm and dry
Significance
Medicinal Uses
Fruit for sherbets and medicine, sacred in Hindu worship
Cultural Significance
Leaves sacred to Lord Shiva; fruit used in Ayurveda
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Did You Know?
Fruit pulp is aromatic and cooling
Leaves are essential in Shiva worship
Fruits can last for months without spoiling
Highly drought-tolerant once established
Plan Your Visit
Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo