BANYAN: WISHFULFILLING TREE

I saw this banyan tree outside a temple in Sungai Pari a couple of weeks ago. I am used to seeing saris tied around the Neem tree but this is the first time I see one tied around a banyan tree.
I am sure that Hindu worshippers had tied the sari as a form of worship for the Goddess who might be present there. Sharveen, if you are reading this, please correct me if I am wrong.

In Hindu mythology, the banyan tree is also called kalpavriksha, meaning "wish- fulfilling tree", as it represents eternal life because of its seemingly ever-expanding branches. It also represents the divine creator, Brahma. The Banyan is often planted in front of temples. The numerous stems of the banyan tree are even regarded as the home of gods and spirits.The Banyan tree is of specialty because it sends sap from above to the earth. This resembles the functioning of the world, as it also needs sap or energy for its survival from above, God. Married Hindu ladies worship the Banyan tree for a long and happy married life.

REFERENCES:

http://www.tribuneindia.com/2001/20011021/spectrum/main5.htm

http://www.plantcultures.org/plants/banyan_landing.html

http://www.indianmirror.com/culture/cult.html