Fig tree or commonly called as ‘Medi chettu’ in Telugu is a sacred tree for Hindus. Perhaps may be due to its immense medicinal values. In Sanskrit it is called Oudumbara a common plant in Shirdi Sai Baba and Dattatreya temples. Almost all parts of the plant are of medicinal value. The tree is a perennial tree grows to a height of about 20 feet. It is commonly grows in forests and in agricultural fields. Ripened fruits are sweet and liked by children. Birds also eat these fruits. The plant can be propagated by stem cuttings and seedlings. Latex oozes from all parts of the plant. The dried stems are used
